0p0 Chapter 184 Football Soaring Against the Wind
Chapter 184 Football Soaring Against the Wind
"Hey, Liu Qicheng, you're kicking the ball like an old lady taking a stroll! Can't you move a little faster?!" On the playground, the bright sunlight shone on the grass, almost blinding people. Liu Qicheng was leading his teammates in their daily football training when the loud-voiced striker, A-Qiang, yelled at them, his face practically screaming "noob!"
Liu Qicheng lost control of the ball, which rolled to the side with a "glug glug". He straightened up, wiped the sweat from his face, and retorted irritably, "Qiang, stop talking the talk! If you're so good, go out on the field and show me what you can do! If you're not as good as me, you can wash all my training clothes today!"
Upon hearing this, A-Qiang immediately perked up, dashed forward, snatched the ball back, and sprinted off while shouting smugly, "Watch closely, that's what you call skill!" However, he hadn't run more than a few steps when he tripped over a small puddle in the ground, falling forward and landing face-first in the mud. The soccer ball, like a mischievous child, "whooshed" away into the distance.
"Hahaha!" The teammates burst into laughter, some laughing so hard they couldn't stand up straight, others rolling on the grass clutching their stomachs. Liu Qicheng was laughing so hard tears were almost coming out. He walked over and helped A-Qiang up, saying, "A-Qiang, A-Qiang, your skills are truly 'earth-shattering and ghost-weeping'! I think you should just stick to training with me."
Ah Qiang got up, covered in dirt, dusted himself off, and stubbornly said, "It was just an accident, a complete accident! If it weren't for that hole, I definitely could have scored."
Just as they were having a good time, a group of people walked over. Leading them was Zhang Feng, the sports committee member from the next class. He crossed his arms and had a disdainful smile on his face: "Hey, isn't this Liu Qicheng? With your level, what are you even doing practicing football? Don't embarrass yourselves here."
Liu Qicheng frowned, feeling somewhat displeased, but still forced back his anger and asked, "Zhang Feng, what do you mean?"
Zhang Feng curled his lip and mocked, "What do you mean? With your lousy skills, you think you can stand out in the school football match? Don't dream! I think you should just give up now, so you don't lose too badly during the game."
Upon hearing this, A-Qiang flew into a rage, rushed forward, pointed at Zhang Feng's nose, and said, "Don't go too far! We don't need you to judge our skill level. Let's see who's better on the field!"
Zhang Feng sneered, "Let's see who's the best on the field? Fine, that's exactly what I was thinking. Let's have a friendly match next week. If you lose, you can stop playing football on the field and stop getting in the way."
Liu Qicheng gritted his teeth, thinking, "Zhang Feng is too arrogant. If we don't teach him a lesson today, he'll really think we're easy to bully." So he agreed without hesitation, "Okay, it's a deal! But if we win, you'll have to avoid us from now on and stop making sarcastic remarks."
Zhang Feng smiled smugly: "Alright, it's settled then. Don't go back on your word later." With that, he led his men away.
Watching their retreating figures, A-Qiang said angrily, "Liu Qicheng, Zhang Feng is too arrogant! We must beat them and get revenge."
Liu Qicheng nodded, his eyes resolute, and said, "That's right, we must win! Starting today, we'll intensify our training. I refuse to believe we can't beat them."
From then on, Liu Qicheng and his teammates began a grueling training regimen. Every day before dawn, they would come to the playground to run and stretch; during breaks, while others chatted and played in the classroom, they would practice passing and shooting on the playground; after school, while others went home, they would still be on the playground conducting tactical drills.
One day, after training, everyone collapsed on the grass, panting heavily. A-Qiang said weakly, "Liu Qicheng, I feel like I'm about to die. If we keep training like this, I'll lose my life on this field."
Liu Qicheng smiled, patted A-Qiang on the shoulder and said, "A-Qiang, hang in there a little longer, victory is just around the corner. Think about Zhang Feng's arrogant attitude, don't you want to see him looking utterly humiliated after losing the game?"
Upon hearing this, A-Qiang immediately perked up, sat up from the grass, and said, "Yes, I must see him lose! For this, I'd be willing to work myself to death."
Just as everyone was encouraging each other, a sudden downpour began. Large raindrops pounded on the ground, and in no time, the entire playground was flooded.
Seeing the sudden downpour, Liu Qicheng's eyes lit up, and he excitedly said, "Brothers, this is a perfect training opportunity! Playing football in the rain will test our skills and teamwork even more. Let's go, let's keep practicing!"
Although his teammates were somewhat reluctant, seeing Liu Qicheng's determined eyes, they gritted their teeth and followed him into the rain.
In the rain, the football became even more difficult to control, requiring more effort for every pass and shot. Everyone's clothes were soaked, their hair clung to their faces, and rain streamed down their cheeks. But none of them backed down; instead, they played with even more enthusiasm.
After a week of hard training, the day of the competition finally arrived. The playground was packed with spectators, all filled with anticipation for the match.
Liu Qicheng and his teammates, dressed in their neat team uniforms, strode confidently onto the court. Their eyes shone with unwavering determination, as if telling everyone, "We will definitely win!"
Zhang Feng and his team arrived at the court. When he saw Liu Qicheng and his teammates, a contemptuous smile appeared on his lips: "Liu Qicheng, today is your doomsday. Get ready to admit defeat."
Liu Qicheng ignored him and silently moved his body, making his final warm-up preparations.
With the referee's whistle, the match officially began. Zhang Feng's team kicked off first, launching a fierce attack right from the start, trying to intimidate Liu Qicheng's team.
Liu Qicheng calmly directed his teammates to defend, shouting, "Everyone stay calm, don't panic! Pay attention to marking your man, don't let them break through easily."
Under Liu Qicheng's command, Liu Qicheng's team's defense was rock solid, and Zhang Feng's team's several attacks were successfully thwarted.
Taking advantage of the opponent's stalled attack, Liu Qicheng seized the opportunity, made a beautiful tackle, and then quickly dribbled forward. His speed was like lightning, and he soon broke through the opponent's defense.
"Liu Qicheng, pass the ball!" A-Qiang shouted from the side.
Liu Qicheng reacted quickly, delivering a precise pass to A-Qiang's feet. A-Qiang received the ball and, without hesitation, took a shot. The ball flew like a cannonball towards the opponent's goal.
The opposing goalkeeper reacted quickly, diving to make a save, but still couldn't stop the ball from going into the net. "Goal!" Liu Qicheng's team cheered, and the spectators on the sidelines erupted in enthusiastic applause.
Zhang Feng's face turned extremely grim; he hadn't expected Liu Qicheng's team to score so quickly. He shouted, "Don't panic, keep attacking!"
Under Zhang Feng's command, Zhang Feng's team intensified their attack. They continuously launched attacks on Liu Qicheng's team's goal, but Liu Qicheng's defenders were fearless and thwarted the opponent's attacks time and time again.
In the second half, both sides were locked in a stalemate. The score remained 1-0, with Liu Qicheng's team in the lead.
Zhang Feng was extremely anxious. He decided to go all in and send all his players on the offensive. Liu Qicheng saw through the opponent's intentions. He calmly adjusted his tactics, preparing to launch a counterattack.
As expected, Zhang Feng's team's defense was exposed during their attack, and Liu Qicheng seized the opportunity, making a long pass to A Qiang who was making a high-speed run. After receiving the ball, A Qiang sprinted forward and broke through the opponent's defense once again.
Facing the opposing goalkeeper, A-Qiang didn't hesitate for a moment. He feinted past the goalkeeper and easily put the ball into the goal. "Goal again!" Liu Qicheng's team members hugged each other excitedly, and the spectators on the sidelines erupted in cheers.
Zhang Feng watched the score become 2-0 and was utterly devastated. His teammates were also crestfallen and had lost their fighting spirit.
In the end, the match ended with Liu Qicheng's team winning 2-0. Liu Qicheng and his teammates cheered and jumped for joy, enjoying the victory.
Zhang Feng walked up to Liu Qicheng, looking ashamed, and said, "Liu Qicheng, I lost. I didn't expect you guys to improve so much. I underestimated you. I will never look down on you again."
Liu Qicheng smiled, extended his hand and said, "It's okay, there are always winners and losers in a game. I hope we can play together again in the future and improve together."
Zhang Feng grasped Liu Qicheng's hand and nodded: "Okay, it's a deal."
The spectators on the sidelines applauded and cheered for Liu Qicheng's team, who earned everyone's respect and recognition with their strength.
On this sunny day, Liu Qicheng and his teammates wrote their own glorious chapter with sweat and hard work. They showed everyone that nothing is impossible as long as you have a dream and are willing to work hard. This competition will become an unforgettable memory in their youth, inspiring them to continue forging ahead on their future paths.