In the 76th minute of the second half, Real Sociedad's left-back, Berchiche, showed his worth at a crucial moment. With a clever assist from forward Willian José, he successfully broke through Villarreal's defense and scored, bringing his team back into the game.
This goal was significant for Real Sociedad; it not only gave the team hope of equalizing but also ignited the players' fighting spirit. The tacit agreement cooperation between Berchiche and Willian José was key to this attack, and their brilliant performance drew cheers from the fans.
After the goal, Real Sociedad's players rushed forward to hug and celebrate with Berchiche, their faces beaming with joy and confident smiles. The fans in the stands waved flags and chanted the team's name, cheering them on. At this moment, the entire stadium was immersed in a celebratory atmosphere.
However, Villarreal did not give up. They knew the game was not over and there was still time to turn the tide. So, they quickly adjusted their tactics and mindset, preparing for the upcoming challenge.
At this moment, Villarreal's Head Coach Escribá's expression was indeed not good. He stood on the sidelines, his brows tightly furrowed, his gaze fixed on the players on the field. A 2:1 score in the world of football is indeed a score that can be easily overturned, which made him very worried. He understood that if he couldn't adjust tactics and player mentality in time, the leading advantage could very likely disappear in a short period.
At the same time, this score also put immense psychological pressure on Villarreal's players. They knew that Real Sociedad was a strong opponent, and once they found an opportunity to score, the score could quickly be equalized. The players' faces showed tension and anxiety, and they began to defend and attack even harder, hoping to maintain their lead.
On the sidelines, Escribá's expression grew even more serious. He knew that a 2:1 lead was not safe, and Real Sociedad still had the ability to equalize or even take the lead. To secure the victory, he had to adopt a more cautious tactic.
After some thought, Escribá decided to adjust the lineup again, strengthening the defense. He scanned the substitutes' bench, looking for a player who could handle this task. After some deliberation, he finally chose Lin Feng.
He had also performed well in previous games, so Escribá had full confidence in him.
Lin Feng stood in the substitution zone on the sidelines, complex emotions surging within him. He knew that at this moment, all the fans' eyes were on him, and he was about to replace Pato, who had missed a penalty in this match. This was both a huge challenge and a rare opportunity for him.
"Go for it, brother!"
Pato completed the substitution with Lin Feng in the substitution zone on the sidelines, and the Brazilian golden boy's expression was a bit dejected.
If that penalty had been converted, the team's defensive pressure would be much less now.
The fans in the stands once again gave Lin Feng encouraging applause. They hoped to win this match; no one wanted to drop points after leading by two goals.
When Lin Feng came on to replace Pato, Villarreal's formation immediately adjusted to a 5-3-2. This tactical change was a decision made by Head Coach Escribá after careful consideration, as he hoped to limit Real Sociedad's attacking firepower by increasing the number of players in the backline.
Lin Feng's task in this match was particularly arduous—he needed to act as a man-marking center-back, successfully restricting the offensive play of Real Sociedad's forward, Willian José.
Willian José is a skillful, extremely fast, and excellent-shooting forward. Not long ago, he also assisted Berchiche in scoring a goal, which further heightened his threat.
The match entered its final sprint phase, and Real Sociedad's forward, Willian José, darted across the field like a cheetah, every touch of the ball filled with power and threat. His eyes were sharp as an eagle, constantly looking for opportunities to break through.
Lin Feng, on the other hand, stood like a solid stone monument, firmly guarding Villarreal's defense. He focused intently on Willian José, every movement filled with strength and determination. His gaze was firm and profound, as if saying, "I will not let you break through my defense."
As the match progressed, the duel between the two became increasingly fierce. Willian José tried to use speed and skill to break through Lin Feng's defense, but Lin Feng was always able to accurately judge his movements and intentions, tightly pressing him with his body. Whenever Willian José tried to change direction or accelerate to break through, Lin Feng could react quickly, taking the ball away with precise tackles or body blocks.
In a fierce confrontation, Willian José quickly charged towards Lin Feng's defense with the ball. He tried to use a fancy dribbling move to get past Lin Feng, but Lin Feng was prepared. He quickly adjusted his position and used a precise tackle to steal the ball from Willian José's feet. This successful defense greatly boosted Lin Feng's morale and sent the fans into a frenzy of cheers.
The match entered injury time, and Willian José once again had an excellent shooting opportunity. He quickly broke through Villarreal's midfield defense with the ball, heading straight for the penalty area. At this moment, the entire stadium seemed to hold its breath, all eyes focused on Lin Feng and Willian José.
Lin Feng kept a close watch on Willian José, using his body to force him towards the byline. Willian José tried to use a step-over to shake off Lin Feng's defense, but Lin Feng stood firm in front of him like an unmovable mountain.
At the crucial moment, Lin Feng decisively stretched out his foot and accurately blocked the ball out of bounds.
This defense not only successfully prevented the opponent's goal but also brought Villarreal's morale to its peak. The fans cheered wildly, rising to their feet and applauding Lin Feng's excellent defense. Lin Feng also felt an unprecedented passion and glory, his eyes gleaming with determination, as if saying, "We are invincible!"
When the referee's whistle blew, the entire stadium instantly erupted. Villarreal's players embraced each other tightly, celebrating this hard-won victory. Lin Feng stood among the crowd, filled with excitement and pride. He had defended the victory for his team and earned the respect and cheers of the fans with his defense.
Villarreal, after a slow start to the season, quickly rose. With excellent teamwork and an unyielding spirit, they demonstrated strong competitiveness in La Liga. The three consecutive wins boosted the team's morale, and the players confidently looked forward to the upcoming matches.