Football: Starting from being abandoned by Barcelona

After defeating Norwich, Manchester City's players were tired, but the joy of victory was enough to make them forget all the fatigue.

However, they knew that a greater challenge was waiting for them - the showdown in the Champions League.

The Champions League is a stage that every football club dreams of, especially for Manchester City.

They are about to face Leverkusen in the second round of the Champions League quarter-finals, a game about honor and future.

Leverkusen's defeat in the first round put them under great pressure, indicating that they will go all out in the game in Manchester to try to turn the situation around.

Guardiola knows that after a series of intense schedules, the players' bodies and minds are in urgent need of rest and adjustment.

Therefore, after returning from Norwich, he decided to give the players two days off, so that they have time to reunite with their families, relax and recover their physical strength.

This management style not only reflects his concern for the well-being of the players, but also a strategic deployment for the upcoming games.

During the holiday, Guardiola did not completely relax.

He and his coaching team used this time to analyze Leverkusen's tactics and the first-leg match video, and prepare targeted tactical adjustments.

Although Manchester City had the upper hand in the first leg, anything can happen in the Champions League.

Leverkusen's rebound and determination will be a problem they must take seriously.

After the holiday, the players returned to the training ground, with recharged energy and Guardiola's tactical instructions, and began special training for Leverkusen.

Guardiola held a team meeting at the beginning of the training, emphasizing the importance of the game and his expectations for the team.

"We have come a long way on the journey of the Champions League, but this is not the end."

"Every step we must show why we belong on this stage."

"Leverkusen has reached a dead end, and this time it will go all out, and we must be prepared for the same."

For Li Lei, the two-day holiday is undoubtedly a valuable opportunity for mental and physical rest.

The long-term games and training made him feel physically and mentally exhausted, and the pressure and tension of each game almost made him forget the feeling of enjoying life.

Now he urgently needs to vent this emotion.

With the blessing of the system, he doesn't have to worry about his physical and financial status, but as a person, he sometimes wonders, what is the point of working so hard to make so much money?

Now, with this short period of free time, he can finally put aside the burden of fighting for victory and find some personal time.

On the first day of the holiday, Li Lei slept until he woke up naturally in his spacious and comfortable bedroom.

The sheets were soft, and the sunlight sprinkled on the bed through the curtains, bringing rare warmth and tranquility.

After waking up, he did not rush to get up, but stretched lazily in bed, enjoying this rare leisure.

After getting up, Li Lei walked into the bathroom and started his dressing process.

He has always had strict requirements for his appearance, even on vacation.

He carefully trimmed his hair and chose a simple and stylish hair wax to shape it, ensuring that every hair was perfectly presented.

In the mirror, his skin looked healthy and shiny due to regular care, and his eyes were shining with youthful vitality and unruly light.

Li Lei also paid special attention to his clothes.

He chose a fitted black T-shirt and a pair of simple jeans, paired with a pair of neat sneakers.

This outfit was both casual and stylish, perfectly matching his sunny and handsome image.

After dressing up, Li Lei walked to the garage and started his high-performance sports car.

The engine of the car rang softly, just like his mood at the moment, full of motivation and expectation. He drove to the most luxurious bar in the city, where not only the drinks were excellent, but also there were many beautiful women.

The moment Li Lei stepped into the bar, he was deeply attracted by the scene in front of him.

The interior decoration of the bar was very modern and fashionable, and the lights intertwined red, blue and purple lights, projecting the entire space into a dreamy stage.

The explosive electronic music shook everyone's eardrums, and the strong sense of rhythm made the air seem to be filled with beating notes.

All around, the beauties were dressed fashionably and gracefully. They shuttled through the crowd, and every smile and look was full of temptation, making the atmosphere of this night even more enthusiastic.

As Li Lei immersed himself in this vibrant environment, he could not help but sway gently with the music.

His eyes kept scanning the dance floor and the bar, enjoying this long-lost relaxation and freedom.

Just as he was about to go to the bar to order a drink, he suddenly felt someone patting his shoulder in the crowd.

"Hey! Brother, you too!"Here!" A familiar and energetic voice came clearly in the gap between the music.

The person he saw was his teammate, friend and partner on the field, Raheem Sterling.

Sterling was smiling and looked in a very good mood. His appearance surprised and pleased Li Lei.

"Sterling! I didn't expect to meet you here. It's a surprise." Li Lei responded with a smile and patted Sterling on the shoulder as a greeting.

Sterling laughed and said, "Yeah, I just arrived too! I'm here to relax and change my mood today. What about you?"

"Similarly, today is the beginning of the holiday. I want to come here to escape the pressure of football and training."

Li Lei pointed to the empty seat beside him while saying, "Would you like to sit together? We can chat and have a drink. "

The two found a relatively quiet corner to sit down and ordered a few cocktails they liked.

While Li Lei and Sterling were chatting enthusiastically at the table in the corner, the atmosphere in the dance floor was gradually heating up.

The lights streaked across the sky like meteors, and the rhythm of electronic music accelerated, and every beat seemed to guide the heartbeat. In the dance floor, beautiful girls of all colors were like butterflies at night. They danced under the lights, attracting the attention of all around.

In such a vibrant environment, a special girl suddenly appeared in front of Li Lei.

Her skin was a charming honey color, and she was wearing a simple and fashionable little dress. The color of the clothes complemented her skin color, which further highlighted her temperament and beauty.

Her hair was gently gathered behind her ears, revealing a clear neckline, and her big eyes were smart and expressive.

The girl walked in front of Li Lei, her eyes looked directly at him, as if she had found a quiet way of communication in this noisy music.

She smiled and asked, "Do you also think that the music tonight is particularly intoxicating? "

Although her voice was covered by the surrounding music, it was very clear in Li Lei's ears.

Li Lei was attracted by her frankness and beauty, and he responded with a warm smile: "Indeed, the music tonight has a special magic. My name is Li Lei, and I am glad to meet you."

His answer was natural and friendly, showing his demeanor.

Through understanding, the girl came from an island country.

"It seems that we have to fight against Japan again tonight!" Li Lei thought to himself.