From "Compass" to "Round God", Anthony made a counterattack on loan, and his final kill shocked the football world

In the football world, there are always some stories that can ignite the passion and passion in the hearts of fans. Anthony's recent performance is undoubtedly such an amazing legend. The winger, who was loaned to Real Betis from Manchester United, made everyone look at him in a gorgeous turn in La Liga.

The counterattack in desperate situation, and the final victory in stoppage time was determined

In the early morning of May 5, the 34th round of La Liga Real Betis challenged Espanyol away, which was a turbulent one. After the opening, Espanyol won the first goal in the 27th minute, and Betis fell into a passive position. But they did not give up and continued to launch a fierce counterattack. In the 85th minute, Lo Celso's goal equalized the score, bringing the game to a white-hot stage.

The two sides are difficult to distinguish between the two sides during regular time, and the game enters stoppage time. Just when everyone thought the draw ended, Anthony stood up. In the first minute of stoppage time, he received a pass from Bellerin on the right, and shook the defender away with an excellent dribbler, then shot at a small angle, and the ball drew a perfect arc and hung directly at the dead corner of the goal. At this moment, the whole audience was in full bloom, and the teammates knelt on their heads excitedly, unable to believe the scene of the Jedi reversal.

Consecutive world waves, rebirth on loan to show its edge

This is not the first time Anthony shocked fans with world waves. In the European Union semi-finals three days ago, he defeated Fiorentina with a counter-foot world wave. In the last four games of La Liga, he scored 3 goals and has become the "key gentleman" of Betis's double-line sprint.

Looking back at 2022, Anthony joined Manchester United at a sky-high price of 95 million euros, but was criticized for his "spinning" and his bleak data of only 3 goals and 2 assists in 38 games, and was ridiculed as "Mr. United's compass" by fans. And after lending Betis this winter, he seemed to have changed. In 20 games, Anthony scored 7 goals and sent 4 assists, directly participated in 11 goals, with a successful shooting rate of 57%, the team ranked first in the number of fouls, and a successful confrontation rate of 67%. All data were fully blossomed, responding to all doubts with strength.

tactical adaptation, Bole helps to revive Anthony's transformation in Betis is inseparable from the trust and tactical arrangements of coach Pellegrini. At Manchester United, he may not be able to find the best position, but at Betis, the coach gives him more freedom to play. The precise passes of midfielders Isco and Lo Celso created a large number of opportunities for him to cut in and shoot, allowing him to fully display his technical characteristics. Here, Anthony regained his confidence, and every touch and every breakthrough were full of threats, as if he was back to his peak state when he was in Ajax.

The road to the future, transfer storm and glory journey

Now, Anthony's outstanding performance has attracted the attention of many clubs. Manchester United has priced him at £42.5 million, and teams such as Atletico Madrid and Arsenal have shown great interest. Anthony himself expressed his love for Betis, hoping to change from loan to permanent transfer.

Next, in the early morning of May 9, Real Betis played against Fiorentina away in the second leg of the European Union semi-finals. Betis won 2-1 in the first round and took the lead. In the 30th minute of this game, Anthony took the free kick and scored directly, expanding the overall score advantage. Then Fiorentina scored two goals in a row to tie. In the 97th minute of overtime, Anthony made a cross against the feet and assisted Abd to win the finale. In the end, Betis eliminated his opponent with a total score of 4-3, and advanced to the European finals for the first time in the team's history. Anthony made a pass and shot, becoming the number one hero in advance.

From the questioned "compass" to the current "round god", Anthony wrote his redemption story with wonderful goals. His experience also shows that the football world is full of infinite possibilities, and a loan choice can rewrite the trajectory of your career. Let us look forward to what kind of miracles this Brazilian winger can create in the future!