"Boss, that was clearly a fucking misjudgment." Simeone continued to rant as he returned to the bench.
“Don’t let your emotions cloud your judgment, Diego.” Li Shiguang patted the Argentine on the shoulder. “Now that things have come to this, we have no choice but to trust Manuel.”
"What if Manchester United scores another goal...?"
"The game isn't over yet! Even if they score this penalty, we can just come back, right!?"
When Li Shiguang first saw that Leeds United had been awarded a penalty, he felt a slight sense of panic.
But the penalty kick hasn't been taken yet, and nobody knows if Neuer can save Manchester United's penalty.
Even if they didn't make the save and Manchester United took the lead, if Leeds United hadn't equalized by the final moments of the match, the game-winning card lying in the system's inventory could still be used one more time.
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Cristiano Ronaldo placed the ball on the penalty spot and slowly retreated.
Manchester United has many penalty takers, but this penalty was created by Ronaldo himself, so he should take it. That's why Rooney ran over to ask for the penalty, but Ronaldo flatly refused.
Neuer stood in front of the door, leaning forward and lowering his center of gravity, looking ready.
After the two sides switched sides in the second half, the Leeds United goal was occupied by their most loyal South Stand fans. When they saw that Clattenburg was unwilling to change the decision, boos came from behind the goal and grew louder and louder. The boos reached their peak after Ronaldo placed the ball.
Everyone knows that.
These Leeds United's most loyal fans are putting pressure on Ronaldo in their own way, doing their best to help their team!
"Manchester United have been awarded a penalty, a fantastic chance to take the lead... If they convert this penalty, Manchester United will take the initiative from Leeds United."
"Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 30 goals this season, topping the Premier League scoring charts. Behind him is Leeds United striker Adriano, who has 28 goals. Adriano has yet to score today. If Ronaldo can convert this penalty, he will most likely become the Premier League Golden Boot this season!"
"Neuer stood in front of the goal with a serious expression. He had to withstand the pressure. Now, the only one who could save Leeds United... was this German goalkeeper!"
All the commentators on the television stations broadcasting the match were expressing their opinions.
As Ronaldo stopped and stood behind the ball, the noise gradually subsided.
In an instant.
All that could be heard on television was the deafening boos from Elland Road Stadium.
Immediately afterwards.
Clattenburg blew his whistle.
Standing behind the ball, Ronaldo glanced at Neuer, then turned his body to the side and began his run-up.
Two seconds later.
Cristiano Ronaldo's outstretched foot struck the football with a loud "thud"!
The football skimmed along the grass, flying at an extremely high speed toward the bottom left corner of the Leeds United goal. The angle was so tricky that even if the goalkeeper guessed the right direction, it would be difficult to save the ball!
The moment he kicked the ball, Ronaldo felt a surge of joy.
Whether it's passing or shooting, professional players can judge whether the ball is likely to go away the moment it leaves their feet.
Not to mention a genius like Cristiano Ronaldo.
So, the feeling of the ball returning to him after he hit it was enough for Ronaldo to conclude that he had definitely made the shot.
But when he finished shooting and looked up,
An accident occurred.
Unlike other goalkeepers who tend to react when saving a penalty kick, this goalkeeper reacts only after the player taking the penalty kick has touched the ball.
Neuer predicted it in advance!
Before Ronaldo even touched the ball, just as he lowered his head to look at it, Neuer exerted force with his leg and lunged to his right without regard for anything else!
To put it bluntly, it's pure gambling!
I bet Ronaldo will shoot this way!
It's obvious.
Neuer made the right bet.
At this moment, he straightened up like a cannonball, his outstretched hand precisely blocking the ball and pushing it towards the goal!
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When Neuer saved Ronaldo's penalty, the boos from behind the goal stopped abruptly, and after less than half a second of silence, cheers erupted in their place.
The Leeds United players reacted quickly.
Kompany dashed to the front and kicked the ball out of bounds by turning his body to the side.
"My God!! Neuer!! He saved Leeds United!!" Lineker, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly jumped up. "He is the savior of Leeds United!! Neuer, who replaced the departing Schmeichel as Leeds United's starting goalkeeper this season, stepped up at this crucial moment!!"
Jon was also incredibly excited.
Although he is not a Leeds United fan.
Such a brilliant save deserves the praise of everyone who loves football.
“Neuer has received a lot of criticism this season, with many saying he isn’t as composed as his predecessor, Schmeichel! But I see it clearly, and only a goalkeeper with his style would disregard everything and make a save before Cristiano even gets a touch on the ball! And it is this incredibly bold move that has ensured that the initiative in the title race remains with Leeds United!”
Kompany kicked the ball out of bounds.
Neuer got up from the ground, his face contorted with rage, and raised his arms in a shout at the frustrated Ronaldo.
The other Leeds United players immediately rushed over to give Neuer a high-five, pat him on the back and ruffle his hair, expressing their encouragement for Neuer's miraculous save.
Silva even hugged Neuer and roared to the sky, venting his resentment towards Ronaldo.
really.
The first minute was tough for the Leeds United players.
With only half an hour left to lift the championship trophy, he was executed at that moment.
Fortunately, Neuer did a great job.
This save not only kept the score unchanged, but more importantly, it boosted the team's morale!
Leeds United are celebrating.
The Manchester United players standing in front of the Leeds United penalty area looked somewhat frustrated.
Especially Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Portuguese player, unable to hide his disappointment after missing the penalty, slightly raised his head, looked up at the sky, and after a few seconds, could only shake his head, let out a long sigh, and turn to walk out of the penalty area.
Just as Ronaldo stepped out of the penalty area, a voice came from the side.
"Cristiano, I already told you I'd play, now look what happened!?"
Cristiano Ronaldo turned his head to look.
Then he saw Rooney, who usually called him brother, looking at him with a resentful expression.
It's quite obvious that the comment just now came from Rooney's mouth...
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