Sunday, August 27, 2023

Sterling goes from 'happy boy' to man of the match with two goals and an assist in Chelsea's 3-0 win over Luton.

 Yes, I totally agree that Sterling was outstanding in the game against Chelsea! He truly showcased his phenomenal skills and attacking prowess. Seeing him score his first goal of the new season and then following it up with another in the second half, plus providing an assist, was a real treat. It's clear that Pochettino has discovered how to unleash his potential, and I'm eagerly anticipating what's to come from him in the future.

What a way to kick off the third round of the Premier League! Chelsea secured an impressive 3-0 victory over Luton at home, with some exceptional performances from the players on the field. Although the result was expected, the level of skill and determination on display never fails to surprise the fans. Sterling, in particular, played a crucial role in Chelsea's three goals,scoring twice and providing an assist. It's safe to say that he was the undisputed MVP of the game. What a fantastic start to the season for Chelsea!


In the 17th minute of the first half, Sterling received a pass from his teammate on the right flank. He swiftly entered the penalty area, dribbling past multiple Luton defenders with a combination of left and right moves. After finding the shooting angle, he calmly slotted the ball into the far corner of the goal. Chelsea took a 1-0 lead.

In the second half, things started heating up in the 68th minute as Sterling received another cross from his teammate. Instead of showing off fancy moves, he smartly positioned himself in front of the goal and easily tapped it in, scoring his second goal of the game. This impressive move helped Chelsea gain a 2-0 lead over Luton.
In the 75th minute, I remember Sterling receiving a fantastic pass from Enzo on the right flank. I watched as he quickly broke through into open space, made a slight adjustment, and decisively crossed the ball towards the goal. However, the ball deflected off a defending player's leg and ended up assisting his teammate Jackson in scoring. That goal was a crucial one as it helped Chelsea take a commanding 3-0 lead, ultimately helping the team secure the victory.

"In this match, I couldn't help but notice that Sterling seemed to have rediscovered the feeling of dominating the game, just like he did during his time at Manchester City. I'm sure this is exactly the feeling he has been longing for."

    I have to say, Sterling's performance in the previous season was just okay. He didn't really stand out and wasn't very consistent. He only had a few good games. I think part of the reason could be the environment and atmosphere at Chelsea during that season. Of course, there could be other factors at play as well.

I'm really excited to see how the team is performing this season. They brought in Pochettino as the coach, and it seems like he's making a big impact. The team is more stable, and the atmosphere has definitely improved. The players seem eager to impress the new coach and earn more playing time. I think we're in for some exciting games this season!

I really hope that with the new coach's guidance, Sterling can get back to his old form and dominate the game once more. It would be truly amazing to see him play so well again, even if it means being "Happy" while doing so!

Saturday, August 26, 2023

Messi makes USL debut at 7:30 a.m.: Pushing for 4 records, Miami looks to end 11-game winless streak

 Now, the matches of Inter Miami have become the most watched football events in the United States, mainly due to the influence of Lionel Messi and his exceptional skills.

According to the schedule, Inter Miami will be playing an away match against the New York Red Bulls on August 27th at 7:30 AM Beijing time. This game is considered to be Messi's official debut for Inter Miami in the MLS regular season.

In the past month, Messi has led Inter Miami from being an underdog team to winning the North American League Cup, becoming the first MLS team to do so. They have also reached the finals of the U.S. Open Cup for the first time, achieving historic breakthroughs. Messi has played 8 games so far, scoring in every game except one, with a total of 10 goals and 3 assists. His performance at a superstar level has completely changed the landscape of soccer in the United States and sparked a wave of interest among American fans.


According to the New York Post, tickets for this match are in high demand as it could be Messi's MLS debut. The average ticket price has already reached $496, with a chance of breaking the previous record set during Inter Miami's match against FC Dallas at $678. It has also been reported that the most expensive ticket is priced at $17,554, plus around $6,000 in taxes, making a total of $23,528, which would set a new record for the highest ticket price in MLS history.

It is said that the opponents of teams facing Messi in away matches have greatly benefited from the increased ticket sales.

According to coach Martino's disclosure, Messi's body has reached its limit after playing 8 games in just 33 days. There have also been rumors of a potential injury to Messi's left leg. Consequently, it is highly possible that Messi will be on the bench for this match, waiting for the right moment to change the course of the game.

If Messi does play, there are four records that he could potentially achieve:

1. Score his first goal in the MLS.

2. Secure his first victory in the league.

3. Score against the New York Red Bulls, becoming the 107th team he has scored against in his career.

4. Extend his consecutive goal involvement to 9 games, surpassing his personal record. So far, he has contributed with 10 goals and 3 assists in 8 games.

For the rest of the season, Messi's goals are to lead Inter Miami to win the U.S. Open Cup and make a push for the MLS playoffs. The latter will be more challenging, as the team has recently gone winless in 11 league matches. However, with Messi's presence, there is hope that Inter Miami can reverse this trend.