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Reincarnated As A Wonderkid

Chapter 51: Tottenham match at Villa Park

Author: Lukenn
updatedAt: 2025-08-26

The anticipation for the Tottenham match at Villa Park was palpable, a live current running through the stadium. Leon Fischer stood in the tunnel, his 'Current: 84' humming with readiness, his heart thumping with excitement for his friend, Alex.

Alex Turner (Current: 76) was just a few feet away, looking a mix of terrified and exhilarated, about to make his Premier League debut.

"You've got this, Alex!" Leon whispered, clapping him on the shoulder. "Just play your game. Enjoy it."

Alex managed a shaky nod, his eyes wide.

The roar as they stepped onto the pitch was deafening. Villa Park was a sea of claret and blue, buzzing with an energy that vibrated through Leon's very bones.

The referee blew his whistle. KICKOFF!

The game exploded into action. Tottenham, known for their quick, incisive attacks, immediately pressed high.

Leon, playing in a slightly unfamiliar left-wing role today, found himself under pressure early. Coach Emery had moved him wide to exploit his vision and passing range from a different angle, and to make space in the midfield for a different tactical setup.

"An aggressive start from Tottenham! They're looking to pin Villa back! And an interesting tactical tweak from Unai Emery, with Leon Fischer starting on the left wing today!"

Leon quickly adapted. His 'sight' was a blur of predictions: the ghostly 'outstretched leg' from Pedro Porro (Potential: 87, Current: 85), Tottenham's right-back, indicating a tackle; the 'arc' of a pass from Pierre-Emile Højbjerg (Potential: 86, Current: 84) into midfield.

Leon used his new wide position to draw Porro out, creating space for Lucas Digne (Current: 82) on the overlap.

Around the 10th minute, Villa made their mark. Leon received the ball wide on the left, deep in Tottenham's half. He saw the 'ghosted outstretched leg' from Pedro Porro (Current: 85) lunging for a tackle.

Leon executed a lightning-fast step-over, sending Porro sliding past him. He then cut inside, driving towards the box.

He saw the 'leg-and-ball' projection from Micky van de Ven (Potential: 88, Current: 86), Tottenham's center-back, indicating a block if he shot directly.

Leon feigned a shot, pulling Van de Ven slightly out of position.

He then saw a narrow, almost invisible 'gap' opening up between Van de Ven and Cristian Romero (Current: 86). It was a tiny window, barely there, but his 'sight' highlighted it with a vibrant glow.

Leon didn't hesitate. He unleashed a powerful, curling shot, not towards the obvious space, but directly through that impossible gap, aiming for the far top corner.

BOOM!

The ball rocketed past Guglielmo Vicario (Potential: 87, Current: 85) in goal, hitting the inside of the post and nestling into the net!

GOOOAL! ASTON VILLA 1 - Tottenham 0!

Villa Park exploded! The sound was deafening, a wave of pure ecstasy. Leon ran to the corner flag, pumping his fist, his teammates swarming him.

His first goal from the wing! His 'Current' rating pulsed with satisfaction, holding strong at 92.

Chelsea, stung by the early goal, pushed back with ferocity. Their midfield, led by James Maddison (Current: 86), increased their intensity.

Leon found himself tracking back more, using his 'sight' to break up their creative plays. He intercepted a subtle 'flick pass' from Maddison, intended for Son Heung-min (Current: 88), cutting off a dangerous attack.

Around the 25th minute, Alex Turner (Current: 76) came on! Coach Emery made an early substitution, replacing a more defensive midfielder to add more attacking flair.

Alex jogged onto the pitch, looking nervous but determined. Leon gave him a thumbs-up.

Alex's first few touches were a little tentative, his 'Current' rating briefly flickering with anxiety. But then, he settled. Leon watched him, his 'sight' highlighting Alex's astonishing raw talent.

He saw the 'quick body feint' and 'burst of acceleration' that left a Tottenham midfielder sprawling. Alex drove forward, his movements fluid, almost artistic.

"And what a moment for Alex Turner, making his Premier League debut for Aston Villa! And look at this! He takes on two defenders!"

Alex dribbled past another defender with a dazzling piece of skill (Leon saw a 'spin move' projection), surging into Tottenham's box. He looked up, his 'Current: 77' now glowing with confidence. He unleashed a powerful shot!

booom! The ball whistled just wide of the post! So close to a debut goal!

Villa Park groaned, then immediately erupted in applause for Alex's audacious attempt.

Leon clapped for him. Alex's 'Current' rating jumped to 78, a clear sign of his rapid adaptation to the Premier League pace.

The game continued at a blistering pace. Leon, now fully accustomed to the left-wing role, linked up beautifully with Lucas Digne (Current: 82). He received the ball from Digne, saw a 'ghosted arc' of a cross from Son Heung-min (Current: 88) towards Richarlison (Potential: 87, Current: 84), and immediately shifted his position, cutting off the supply.

Around the 40th minute, Villa scored again.

Leon threaded a precise pass to Douglas Luiz (Current: 85) in midfield. Luiz then hit a magnificent, sweeping long ball, exploiting the space Leon had helped create.

Ollie Watkins (Current: 86) latched onto it, outmuscled Cristian Romero (Current: 86), and slammed it home!

GOOOAL! ASTON VILLA 2 - Tottenham 0!

Villa Park exploded again! This was turning into a rout! Leon celebrated, his 'Current: 92' humming with pure satisfaction.

Just before halftime, Tottenham pulled one back. A quick counter-attack, and Son Heung-min (Current: 88) received the ball on the edge of the box. Leon saw the 'leg-and-ball' projection, a powerful shot coming. He lunged, but Son's shot was too quick, too precise, curling perfectly into the bottom corner.

GOOOAL! ASTON VILLA 2 - Tottenham 1!

Halftime whistle blew. The score was 2-1 to Villa. The dressing room was buzzing. Coach Emery emphasized staying focused. "They will come hard in the second half. We must be relentless!"

Meanwhile, across continents, in a luxurious private viewing room, two figures watched the match on a giant screen.

"That Leon Fischer is something else," said a man with a sharp, European accent, his eyes fixed on the screen. "His vision, his decision-making... it's like he's playing a different game."

This was Carlo Ancelotti (Current: 91), the legendary manager of Real Madrid.

Beside him sat a young man, lean and intense. Emre Demir (Potential: 93, Current: 86), Real Madrid's newest wonderkid, nodded.

"He is, Coach. His 'Current' rating is 84. He's operating at an incredible level for his age. And that goal from the wing... audacious."

Ancelotti smiled. "Yes. His progress is... remarkable. A very unique talent. We will keep an eye on him. And that Alex Turner, the debutant? He has raw power. Very interesting."

Back at Villa Park, the second half of the match began with renewed intensity. Tottenham pressed high, desperate for an equalizer.

Leon, his 'Current: 84' still buzzing, was everywhere, defending, attacking, using his 'sight' to read the game like an open book.

Alex Turner (Current: 78) was growing in confidence, linking up well with the more experienced players, his raw power starting to shine through.

Around the 55th minute, Villa scored again! Leon received the ball in midfield, saw a 'ghosted body shift' from a Tottenham defender, opening a narrow passing lane to Ollie Watkins (Current: 86). Leon hit a precise through ball.

Watkins, quick as a flash, raced onto it, took one touch, and slotted it past Vicario.

GOOOAL! ASTON VILLA 3 - Tottenham 1!

Villa Park erupted once more! Leon celebrated, a triumphant grin on his face. Three-one! This was a statement win in the making!

The game continued. Leon, operating on another level, seemed to anticipate every play, every tackle, every pass. He saw a 'leg-and-ball' projection from Son Heung-min (Current: 88), a powerful shot coming.

Leon slid in, blocking it heroically, sending the ball out for a throw-in.

The match clock ticked past the 60-minute mark. Leon felt exhilarated, tired, but utterly in control. The score was 3-1. Villa were dominating.

He glanced at the bench, knowing he might be substituted soon to preserve his energy.

This had been an incredible performance, both for him and for Alex. The Premier League was truly his stage now.

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