My Girlfriend Wants Victory

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Last episode had an error regarding Van Dijk’s appearance!

I corrected Van Dijk -> to Evans.

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Lionel Messi didn’t vomit, contrary to the original history, largely due to the influence of Son Jinho.

The man who loved fast food, cola, and chocolate—Lionel Messi.

Even after Pep Guardiola presented various data and demanded improvements in his eating habits, Lionel Messi remained disinterested until his face-off with Son Jinho changed his perspective.

During the clash with Son Jinho, Messi caught a glimpse of his own childhood and, from that day forward, began to reduce his intake of fast food, sodas, and chocolate, starting to focus on his health.

He even switched his diet from primarily red meat to mostly white meat (fish) for protein supplementation.

The sudden change in Messi’s strict dietary management began to gain fame within FC Barcelona.

“Nothing can change a player’s eating habits faster than the emergence of a competitive player, not even countless pieces of data.”

Pep Guardiola remarked as he watched this unfold.

And at Guardiola’s words, Messi nodded in agreement.

In reality, Lionel Messi, who had showcased extraordinary talent since his youth, found football as thrilling as it was mundane and silly.

Because there wasn’t anyone to compete with him.

Messi faced some struggles adapting to the league in his early professional days, but it didn’t take long for him to devour the league, winning the Ballon d’Or consecutively four times and achieving the pinnacle of success at a young age.

However, ironically, at the moment he became the representative player of his era, Messi’s passion for football began to rapidly fade.

Although there would eventually be a rival in Cristiano Ronaldo, until now, he was objectively seen as two steps below Messi.

At that moment, Son Jinho caught Messi’s eye.

When Lionel Messi first saw Son Jinho, he felt inspired by Jinho’s relentless spirit, determined not to give up.

Yet, he was concerned by how fearfully Son Jinho seemed to shy away from failure.

Football should be a free, enjoyable sport, yet Jinho was trying too hard to maintain a stable appearance.

Messi wanted to help Jinho as he remembered how he too had felt during his debut.

“Leo, enjoy the football like you did when you knew nothing as a kid. This is just a slightly bigger neighborhood pitch.”

Just like Ronaldinho who guided him during his own debut.

“Today, football is fun, right?”

“Ah, but that’s not how football is played.”

“Is that really the best you can do?”

“Don’t you have anything more to show?”

And so, with Messi’s intense focus, Son Jinho began to play football more freely.

“Die, you son of a b****!”

A truly liberating kind of football.

***

15 minutes into the second half.

Playing against a non-vomiting Lionel Messi was truly no easy feat.

Due to Virgil Van Dijk’s participation in the Champions League with Celtic, Manchester United couldn’t compete in the Champions League.

Without their defensive cornerstone, Manchester United’s defense began to crumble against MSN.

Not to mention GOAT Lionel Messi, who caused havoc alongside the monstrous Luis Suárez, who had an incredible season with Liverpool, and Neymar, as the three fools initiated attacks in typical Barcelona fashion.

As soon as Messi got the ball, Luis Suárez broke the offside trap and penetrated the back space.

And Lionel Messi flawlessly delivered a picture-perfect lob pass.

“Oh….”

A gasp of awe and terror erupted from Old Trafford as the exquisite pass cleared the defenders’ heads.

Luis Suárez connected Messi’s pass with a direct shot.

Despite David De Gea showcasing numerous fantastic saves since the second half kicked off, stopping Suárez’s well-measured shot was simply too difficult.

The ball found its way into the net.

While Luis Suárez rushed to the corner flag to celebrate.

“Seriously, why does this guy always act up when I’m around?”

Once again, Messi provocatively raised his thumb, igniting the frustration within me.

I wanted desperately to close my eyes and swing a full-knuckle haymaker to the back of his head, but I was holding back, fearing a one-on-one with the Argentinian mafia.

“Hmm. I wonder if a mafia exists in Argentina?”

Well, that wasn’t really important.

The Manchester United back four along with goalkeeper David De Gea were being forced to gain experience due to Messi’s rampant play.

“Bloody Hell….”

“Someone break that f***er’s legs so he can’t dribble.”

While they didn’t seem to want to, at least…

Anyhow, Lionel Messi declared himself the star of this match with 1 goal and 2 assists.

It quickly became a two-goal lead, tipping the weight of the match in one direction.

When Manchester United found themselves in crisis.

Perhaps the main character wanted to make a late entrance?

“SIUUUUUUUUU─!”

Cristiano Ronaldo, spurred on by Messi’s performance, began his evolution.

***

[Unlike the fiercely contested first half, the second half seems to be one-sided in favor of FC Barcelona. It seems that there’s a significant disparity in defense between the two teams.]

[Yes. Manchester United is likely to feel Van Dijk’s absence acutely.]

[Oh! Just as I mentioned, Son Jinho, who had been stepping down to assist in the duel, intercepted the pass!]

[Charging forward, Son Jinho passes to Cristiano Ronaldo on the left! Ronaldo speeds past! Dani Alves and Busquets are blocking his way!]

[But he breaks through! Cristiano Ronaldo intelligently navigates past Sergio Busquets, who was holding a yellow card!]

[And shoots! Goaaaaaaal! Goaaaaaaal! Goaaaaaaal! A crucial equalizer for Manchester United!]

“SIUUUUUUUU─!”

The roar of hope fills the dream theater, Old Trafford!!

***

With Ronaldo’s awakening, Manchester United’s attacks started shifting to the left.

Though Ronaldo was peaking, Van Persie appeared overly tense, having not accustomed himself to the Champions League tournament.

[Son Jinho has possession of the ball again.]

In the 70th minute, Son Jinho began to carry the ball himself.

[This time, Son Jinho attempts a direct dribble breakthrough!]

[Son Jinho, with one-two passes with Cristiano Ronaldo, has eased the pressure!]

Surrounded by FC Barcelona players, Son Jinho executed a surprise long-range shot.

His well-placed shot stormed quickly toward the upper corner of the near post.

[Victor Valdés’ amazing save! A corner kick is awarded to Manchester United!]

FC Barcelona’s goalkeeper Victor Valdés successfully made the save, and the ball crossed the goal line, resulting in a corner for United.

Following Manchester United’s corner kick.

[Son Jinho, lofted it toward the penalty box!]

Positioned at the corner flag, Son Jinho signaled to his teammates and took the corner kick.

[Ronaldo!!!!!!]

Son Jinho’s corner kick perfectly reached Cristiano Ronaldo’s forehead, and Ronaldo’s header ripped through FC Barcelona’s net.

“SIUUUUUUUU─!”

As Ronaldo scored the equalizer, he exuberantly celebrated, ripping off his shirt.

***

As the match drew to a close.

Physically, I had nearly reached my limit.

The sensations I felt during the Champions League final returned vividly, even sharper than before.

My heightened senses rapidly recognized my surroundings.

From Robin Van Persie, faintly shimmering like a star.

To Cristiano Ronaldo, glimmering softly like the moon,

And to Lionel Messi, shining brilliantly like the sun.

‘Could this be pressure?’

Just kidding; it’s more like presence, I suppose.

It means Messi’s presence was significantly felt this match.

Anyway, just as I was about to accept Michael Carrick’s pass, I sensed Andrés Iniesta closing in behind me.

Instinctively, I let the ball slide and spun around quickly to seize possession.

Recalling how effortlessly Xavi Hernández shed Fletcher’s pressure in the first half, I thought.

“Waaaaaaaaaa!”

The cheers of the home fans at Old Trafford swelled instantly.

Thump─!

As the crowd’s encouragement lit a fire in my heart and a smile crept onto my face without my even realizing.

Once I easily brushed aside Iniesta, I blocked my path with Xavi Hernández.

I performing La Croqueta, a specialty of the FC Barcelona dwarves, easily slipped past Xavi.

After shaking off Iniesta and Xavi, I now faced Sergio Busquets, who had anticipated my approach and was already in position.

As I stepped into tackle range, Busquets reached out towards the ball.

And I don’t know how I did it, but using the two-touch technique Messi had showcased in the air, I swiftly maneuvered past Sergio Busquets.

Normally, he would have attempted a foul to stop me, but after receiving a warning in the first half, Busquets couldn’t afford to risk another foul leading him to miss the next match.

Taking advantage of Busquets’ hesitation, I successfully reached the area near the penalty box.

And at that moment.

“Jino!”

I spotted Robin Van Persie, requesting a pass as he penetrated behind the penalty box.

Sending a pass to Robin, who had been underperforming today felt like a slight risk.

But for Manchester United to win the Champions League, Van Persie’s awakening was essential.

Surrounded by FC Barcelona players, I executed a quick outward foot pass to deliver the ball to Van Persie a half-beat quicker.

The ball zipped through Carles Puyol’s legs right to Van Persie’s path.

With composure, Van Persie touched the ball and checked the goal’s position before focusing on his standing foot and attempting a calm shot.

The moment was tense.

Boom─!

Van Persie’s shot met Son Jinho’s belief and succeeded in shaking the FC Barcelona net.

***

[Go, goooooaaaalll! It’s in! Robin Van Persie! He finally finished it off with Son Jinho’s fantastic killer pass!]

[Though Robin Van Persie scored, it was Son Jinho’s remarkable dribble breakthrough that made it possible, you know? Wow. I’m really proud of Son Jinho!]

[Yes! And perhaps due to nerves from the start of the match, Van Persie, who had underperformed, is now rushing over to hug Son Jinho and roaring with joy!]

[With only moments left before the game ends! Manchester United is pushing ahead again!!]