When a person’s stomach is violently attacked, they will instinctively curl up, causing intense pain that’s hard to adapt to.
But as long as the blow isn’t on a vital spot, the body might not be severely hurt despite the strong reaction.
Compared to many dangerous positions, getting hit here is already the best outcome.
Pavovsky was hit by the football and couldn’t catch his breath for a moment, curling up on the grass, sweat forming beads on his forehead.
Likewise, beside him, another player was lying down.
Wearing the Italy National Youth Team jersey, he was clutching his right shin, rolling on the grass.
It’s Lu Yang!
Lam and Cortino successfully won Lu Yang some time.
At the moment Pavovsky was shooting, Lu Yang rushed back and slid in from the diagonal right-rear side of Pavovsky, stretching his leg to block Pavovsky’s shot.
But Lu Yang paid a huge price.
This kind of long shot often packs a punch.
Players who bravely stretch their legs to block sometimes end up with broken legs.
Premier League star Alan Smith once blocked a shot from Heavy Cannon Riise, only to have his ankle fractured, sidelined for months, and slowly faded from Manchester United’s lineup.
However, unlike Alan Smith, Lu Yang was prepared when he came to block; he straightened his legs and was ready to meet the football.
With the protection of the shin guards, Lu Yang’s shin wasn’t injured.
But the pain was still the same.
After all, it was a heavy shot.
And proper rolling, truth be told, can genuinely alleviate some pain.
This is similar to Pavovsky’s curling up, and those skeptical can try it, but choose an isolated area to avoid alarming concerned bystanders.
Beep!
The referee stopped the match.
Neither Lu Yang nor Pavovsky are players who would casually lie on the green field.
Especially Lu Yang, known globally for his toughness, besides Sofia.
Of course, Sofia expressed helplessness; what you know is only how hard his bones are, but my curiosity spans beyond that.
Players from both sides gathered around immediately.
Pavovsky is undoubtedly Poland Team’s lead striker, top star, and the core of their offense.
And Lu Yang, through his performance, has conquered the Italy National Youth Team players, letting them know that compared to the nominal Morici, Brother Lu is the true leader!
Two minutes later, both players recovered.
However, Pavovsky’s eyes were still red; a severe hit to the stomach can involuntarily make one cry.
In this regard, Lu Yang with leg pain undoubtedly had the advantage.
Because in comparison, his tough guy image was once again confirmed.
Poor Pavovsky’s teary scene would likely be repeatedly brought up by fans later, proving his "softness."
Undoubtedly a dark history.
But considering that in both football and basketball, a name implying "driver" seems to generally give a soft impression, this may become an indelible tag for them.
This "collision" almost completely extinguished Poland Team’s confidence.
Pavovsky’s half-one-two was wasted; it’s truly demoralizing.
Meanwhile, on Italy Team’s side, they were astounded by Lu Yang’s "Ironman tough guy" spirit, each bursting with inexhaustible fighting strength.
In the 88th minute of the match.
Pompey, who played as the attack endpoint in this match, performed brilliantly.
In the frontcourt, Morici made a cross-field pass, and Pompey, with Canyes’ cover, successfully cut in.
He tricked the rushing left-back from Poland with a fake right-foot pass and then immediately shot with his left foot.
The shot seemed ambiguous, hard to tell if it was a pass or a shot.
Lu Yang and Sogel leaped high within the penalty area.
Although it’s clear that their judgment on the falling position isn’t necessarily accurate, the Polish center-backs dared not remain inactive.
What if Lu Yang and Sogel manage to head the football?
But when the Polish defenders also jumped, they found out... Dang it, couldn’t reach it at all!
The ball was too high.
The ball flew toward the far post, seemingly about to go out of bounds.
But surprisingly, Sevajos rushed over.
He used his left foot at about the height of his stomach to tap the ball into the goal.
Afterward, Sevajos flew out of bounds.
Today he missed a good far post volley opportunity.
But now, he has redeemed himself by converting a less favorable far post opportunity into a scoring chance.
And since the Polish center-back was still airborne, they could only watch helplessly as Sevajos’ slow yet effective strike went in.
The ball easily found the net.
Italy scored again!
Four to one!
Italy achieved a big victory over Poland!
Played a masterpiece, wiping away the humiliation from a few days ago!
Beep beep beep!
Soon, with the referee’s whistles, the match officially ended.
Italian fans celebrated wildly, at least regaining their dignity!
Such an Italy National Youth Team is what gives fans hope!