Football: My AI System Provides Max-Level Predictions
Chapter 107 This Deep Kiss Propels Him to the Headlines!

Chapter 107: Chapter 107 This Deep Kiss Propels Him to the Headlines!

As the core midfielder of Portugal’s golden generation.

Rui Costa has battled on the field for many years and has seen all kinds of big games.

He understands what is coincidence and what is not.

Indeed, there are many variables on the football field, where a random factor can trigger a butterfly effect, resulting in a domino-like change.

If it wasn’t for Tang Long’s sudden diagonal transfer, Santon wouldn’t have been able to receive the ball in the open space.

If it wasn’t for Santon’s dummy move and passing, cutting into the area of the penalty zone, Inter’s attacking line wouldn’t have been able to press multiple players to the front of the penalty area.

If it wasn’t for Tang Long’s amazing dummy, Gualin behind him wouldn’t have had the opportunity to take an unmarked powerful shot!

In this series of processes, there indeed might be many coincidental factors.

Though Rui Costa was sitting in ESPN’s prime commentary seat, looking around at the boiling Meazza stadium, with the burning waves of sound hitting his face, he silently said the word "coincidence" in his mouth.

But in his heart, the football soul that once reached the European peak with AC Milan repeatedly echoed an opposite voice!

"Absolutely not a coincidence, at least, Tang’s successful transfer is definitely not!"

As a disciple of Cruyff, the Portuguese midfielder fully absorbed the Dutch predecessor’s theoretical art of [football space].

Football matches are like chess; it’s about the art of spatial division.

Just like chess, each football field can be neatly divided into small squares.

Players, as chess pieces, move on the board according to tactical deployment.

Some places are open, some places are dense.

The movement of chess pieces divides the board into different spatial units.

The units are dynamic.

In a duel between two masters, space is often compressed or expanded to the extreme within three or four moves.

Unlike chess, in a football match, there is also a ball bouncing back and forth between the pieces.

"Under Tang’s control, Inter’s three-line deployment is smooth. We see, left-back Santon remains as positively advancing as ever, showing no signs of the caution from recovering from injury; hopefully, he can overcome his psychological barrier."

"Atlanta’s defense is retreating very deeply; I guess it’s to limit Icardi?"

"The Argentine forward indeed hasn’t had many opportunities, but he alone can tie down two defensive players. Mancini must be very satisfied with this effect; after all, this Inter, from defenders to forwards, all participate in attack. This control by Tang is inseparable—he’s like a calm commander of an army."

"Hmm, some players are warming up on the sidelines. Will there be changes in personnel?"

While ESPN commentator Owenson was speaking enthusiastically.

Rui Costa suddenly blurted out a sentence, abruptly interrupting him.

"No! I believe it’s absolutely not a coincidence!"

"Ah? What?" Owenson was stunned, not reacting immediately.

"I said, Tang’s cross-field pass was absolutely not a coincidence! His brain must have fully calculated the spatial distribution on the field, indeed, combined with calculations of player movements, not just teammates but also opponents. My God, I understand now; he intentionally drew people to the right and then seized the opportunity to transfer—vision! Vision! The great Cruyff spoke of it, the art of spatial division, chess pieces, chessboard, that’s right, just like that..."

Watching Rui Costa, who usually doesn’t speak much, babble endlessly into the microphone during this moment.

Owenson gave him a glare.

My dear Costa, it’s already over 60 minutes into the second half!

Inter is already leading 2-0.

You’re still talking about the events of the first 10 minutes of the first half.

The reaction is way too slow~

Though a bit gratified for Owenson as before, while co-commentating with this member of Portugal’s golden generation.

He often remains silent, always needing me to guide him to speak.

Today, however, before I even asked, you started speaking non-stop!

Tang Long was replaced by Bonazzoli at the 75th minute, Mancini was preparing in advance for the weekend’s league match.

Without a goal or an assist, Tang Long still won the enthusiastic applause of 80,000 fans on-site!

In Italy’s current economic climate, those willing to spend real money, tens of euros, to buy tickets and watch the game are true fans.

Who performs well and who is the main character tonight is clear in their minds~

Tang Long took the initiative to high-five each of his teammates on the substitute bench.

When it was Berni’s turn, Tang Long was grabbed into a bear hug and strongly pulled into his embrace!

"You’ve improved, Tang! That ball, it had a hint of De Bruyne’s style, but more so, it was your anticipation playing a role; you’re unique in all Serie A!"

"You’re right, Uncle Berni," Tang Long took the white towel from Berni’s hand to wipe his sweat, "One must play in their own style; mere imitation is useless."

The whistle for the end of the match sounded, the score of 2-0 was clearly displayed on the gigantic screen at Meazza Stadium.

With Gualin’s violent long-range shot in the first half and Ranocchia’s header from a corner in the second half, Inter Milan cleanly defeated the so-called goddess Atlanta at home!

With the lingering sound of the final whistle, the atmosphere on the field boiled once again!

Over twenty players seemed to be connected by an invisible bond.

They stood shoulder to shoulder, hand in hand, forming an impregnable wall, led by the 195 cm tall captain Ranocchia, collectively marching towards the North Stand where their most loyal fans awaited.

Every step synchronized with victory’s rhythm, their heartbeats resonating with the beating of the turf underfoot.

Finally, in a distance just a step away from the North Stand, all the players simultaneously let go of each other’s tightly held hands like arrows leaving a bowstring, leaping into the night sky!

"Coppa Italia final, here we come!"

And in the stand, a hunched, white-haired old man, tears welling in his cloudy eyes, tightly gripped a DIY Italian Cup model.

Using all his strength, he threw this symbol of glory high into the air!

"Kids, catch it, help us win a championship this season!"

Though his voice was drowned by the crowd’s clamor, the model arced gracefully through the air, passed from hand to hand, eventually crossing the first-row wire fence and landing steadily on the pitch.

Tang Long bent down to pick up this meaningful "trophy," studying it closely.

Although the material was rough and simple, with visible traces of cardboard assembly and paint still wet on the base, it embodied the infinite love and hope of an old white-haired Inter fan for the team.

Under the eyes of the public, Tang Long gently kissed the base of the model.

"Click"—a photographer on-site captured this heartwarming moment with precision.

The next day, this photo prominently appeared on the front page of the Gazzetta dello Sport, occupying almost the entire page!