"Not at all! I've played on the pitches in Tang Country before, we're all pretty much the same!"
Cao Baming's mind was focused on starting the game as soon as possible rather than chatting. He was eager to experience just how amazing this new talent would be.
"Alright then..."
Seeing the few people around them reluctantly agree, the enthusiasm of those behind them picked up.
"It's fine, what's a little awkwardness when we get to play with our idol!"
"Wait, no, is your injury healed?"
Just as the teams were divided and walking towards the pitch, a teammate suddenly asked.
"Yeah, yeah, the club hasn't released any official news, we don't know how your injury is! It doesn't look serious, does it!"
"It's not serious!" Cao Baming replied cheerfully.
If the club knew he was playing in a pickup game right after being discharged from the hospital, they'd surely scold him to death.
However, Cao Baming trusted the system's judgment more.
When he had 3000 points in hand, he had tried to further enhance his recovery speed.
The system's response was: Your injury has completely recovered!
It seemed there was nothing to worry about!
The game quickly began. There were no referees or whistles, it was all self-regulated. This time, Cao Baming wasn't playing defense but as a central midfielder.
For this level of game, Cao Baming had no issues at all. Whatever position, it was like playing a game.
Although he was a central midfielder, he essentially played as a free agent on the entire field.
Soon, the ball reached midfield. Just as the player with the ball was about to pass to the wing, Cao Baming suddenly felt a clear stream of information in his mind!
He was planning to pass to the right wing and then receive a one-two pass for a wall play. The player behind him was clearly intending to overlap and provide support!
However, the player receiving the ball didn't seem to grasp his intention! After receiving the ball, he intended to break into the penalty area himself!
This information appeared inexplicably in Cao Baming's mind, he didn't even know how he knew it!
And then, he indeed chose to pass. After passing, he continued to advance, waiting for the return pass, but his teammate didn't give it!
Instead, he advanced directly forward, losing possession of the ball!
"Damn it! Just as I thought!"
Cao Baming didn't rush to join the attack or defense, but instead observed everything on the field. He knew exactly how other players were about to position themselves and which positions would create the most advantageous situation!
He could only say that the [God's Perspective] was too useful! Zinedine Zidane himself would probably feel inferior now!
After observing for two minutes, Cao Baming had seen enough and wanted to get the ball himself.
The system's calculations had already made it clear to him where he should go to receive the ball and where he had the highest chance of intercepting it.
So, Cao Baming simply strolled forward two steps and received a back pass from an opponent!
This ball was practically a gift!
However, the opponent's skill level was indeed just amateur, which wasn't enough to prove anything.
But the moment he received the ball, Cao Baming's eyes lit up!
All over the field, numerous lines appeared, some on the ground, some in the air, leading in different directions towards different points!
Numbers were still written on these lines, and Cao Baming immediately understood their meaning!
Now, not only did he have the system's calculations to help with shooting, but also with passing!
Without a second thought, Cao Baming chose the brightest white line and passed the ball!
The receiver was the guy who had just asked about Cao Baming's injury. As a striker, he controlled the ball with his thigh and then shot directly!
Goal!
"That easy??"
Cao Baming was stunned! So scoring goals was this easy!
For the rest of the time, Cao Baming continued to play seriously, familiarizing himself with the various functions of this new talent.
However, in just thirty minutes, he had inadvertently scored 17:0.
His teammates all said they had eaten enough 'pies' and would be full if they ate any more!
In these 17 goals, Cao Baming only shot once, providing 16 assists!
After all, the goal today was to practice his passing ability!
But thinking about it, it was indeed a bit exaggerated. If they continued playing, the opponents would lose all confidence, and they should be given some dignity!
Thus, the game ended early.
Before leaving, Cao Baming fulfilled his promise and signed autographs for everyone.
Everyone also promised not to leak the information, although this dominance was certainly worth bragging about, they were all people who kept their promises.
In the Europa League match, the team fought with all their might and scored a last-minute winner against PSV Eindhoven.
He had expected them to win, but he hadn't expected it to be so difficult!
After returning to the club, everyone felt physically and mentally drained.
Indeed, it was better when Cao Baming was on the field!
It was like a food that made people addicted; once you started, you couldn't quit.
Arteta, from the sidelines, understood this situation perfectly.
But despite his thoughts, his decision remained unwavering.
He wouldn't risk letting Cao Baming play before the match against Liverpool.
...
Afternoon.
In the lounge, Arteta called everyone for a short meeting.
"The day after tomorrow, this Friday, we have a match against Leicester City..."
Cao Baming stood at the back, listening with his teammates.
"Our opponent the day after tomorrow, Leicester City, is a team with immense potential. They've been in the Champions League and even won the Premier League title. We absolutely cannot underestimate them..."
Arteta lectured enthusiastically. After analyzing the opponent, he began discussing tactics, and while doing so, he didn't forget to mentally pressure the players a bit, making them feel uncomfortable.
As he listened, Cao Baming suddenly wondered why there was no news after Henry had successfully summoned a god a couple of days ago.
What was he waiting for?
Currently, the only person in the world who knew Henry had successfully summoned a god was probably Cao Baming. The football world was completely unaware of it, otherwise, wouldn't the entire football world and even the sports world explode immediately?
However, Drogba had started negotiations with the club the very next day. But three days had passed since the system's notification, and it couldn't help but cause some worry. What kind of calculations was the king of football up to!
Soon, the tactical meeting for the afternoon ended.
Cao Baming, of course, hadn't absorbed a single word.
Since he wasn't going to play anyway, why bother listening? He wasn't going to be on the field.
After everyone dispersed from the meeting room, they were called to the training ground by Arteta. Cao Baming intended to follow, but the coach immediately stopped him.
"Wait, you have specialized training. For now, your priority is recovery and rest. You won't be participating in team training yet."
"But I'm already healed!"
"That's still not allowed. Wait a few more days!"
Facing Arteta's firm command, Cao Baming felt a little helpless.
"Alright then!"
Fortunately! He had tested himself in that pickup game last night, otherwise, he wouldn't know how long he would have to wait for an opportunity!
However, Cao Baming had a pretty good guess that Arteta intended for him to return to the field in the match against Liverpool.