"My leg feels a bit uncomfortable," Rondo said softly.
Lu Yang's expression changed dramatically; if something happened to Rondo, the team's defensive line...
"You can't play anymore!" Lu Yang started shaking his head.
"I know, but the team needs me for this match," Rondo was clearly hesitating.
"The team needs you, but not just for this match, for every match from now on!" Lu Yang looked at Rondo.
The latter nodded and then gestured to Head Coach Sotu for a substitution.
The stadium instantly erupted.
"Oh, we see San Remo's penalty taker Rondo signaling to the head coach for a substitution, judging by his walking posture just now, he is most likely injured," the commentator quickly identified the reason. "It was from that earlier tussle, he and Palermo's..."
On the sidelines, Naji quickly warmed up.
Meanwhile, Sotu started analyzing with the coaching team.
Who should take this penalty kick!