Zhan Jun continued:
"In the next month, Chelsea will play an average of two games per week.
"There's no doubt that this will be a huge test for the players' physical fitness. So, for tonight's game, head coach Conte has implemented some rotation in the squad."
"Now, let me introduce Stoke City's starting lineup."
"In goal: Butland."
"Four defenders: Tymon, Wimmer, Geoff Cameron, and Tom Edwards."
"Two defensive midfielders: Charlie Adam and Darren Fletcher."
"Three attacking midfielders: Ramadan Sobhi, Afellay, and Mame Diouf."
"And as the lone striker: Saido Berahino!"
After Zhan Jun finished introducing the starting lineups, the players from both teams made their way onto the pitch.
Following the pre-match handshakes, the 21st round of the Premier League officially kicked off!
Stoke City had the first possession.
Despite playing away from home, every Stoke City player seemed eager to make history in this match.
So!!
As soon as the game began, Stoke City launched an aggressive attack on Chelsea's goal.
However, Chelsea is renowned for its defensive strength.
Under head coach Conte's leadership, the team has become a defensive powerhouse.
Although Stoke City's players demonstrated great energy and determination, their attacks were mostly ineffective—full of intent but lacking the precision to truly threaten Chelsea's goal.
Finally, in a moment of frustration, Stoke City midfielder Charlie Adam decided to take matters into his own hands. After receiving a pass from a teammate in midfield, he unleashed a powerful long-range shot.
In that instant—like a flash of lightning—the football rocketed toward the goal like a cannonball.
Chelsea goalkeeper Courtois, caught off guard, had not anticipated a shot from such a distance. The unexpected attempt disrupted his defensive rhythm.
And so…
The ball soared directly into the goal.
Courtois' reaction was just a fraction too slow, and the ball flew past him into the net on the right-hand side.
No one saw it coming.
Stoke City, playing away from home, had taken the lead!
The score was now 1-0.
With this unexpected turn of events, the pressure shifted onto Chelsea.
No one had expected Stoke City's attack to be so sharp.
On the sidelines, Coach Conte shouted instructions at his players, his voice hoarse with urgency:
"Press the attack! Don't give them any chances!"
"Keep the pressure on!"
"Push forward and score!"
The Stamford Bridge crowd roared in support, urging the Chelsea players to respond.
Amid the cheers of the fans, Chelsea's star player, Su Luo, stepped up to take charge.
It was clear—Su Luo was Chelsea's standout performer.
There's no denying it.
Su Luo was in outstanding form.
When Chelsea's attack faced resistance and struggled to find a breakthrough, Su Luo rose to the occasion!
In the minutes that followed, Su Luo began his dazzling solo performance.
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