Wang Shuo had anticipated this. After collecting the ball with his left foot, his whole body leaned to the left once more.
Ruth didn't dare to gamble.
Because Wang Shuo was now also extremely proficient with his left foot.
If he managed to push the ball through an opening, no matter how small, it could lead to a shot and a goal.
And besides, Frankfurt had cover in the center.
So, with barely a hint of hesitation, Ruth charged after Wang Shuo.
But Wang Shuo changed direction again!
After planting his left foot firmly, he pushed off, cutting to his right. He tapped the ball sideways again with his right foot, and in a flash, slipped his body between the ball and the backpedaling Franz.
Inside the penalty area, Franz didn't dare to even think about using his hands.
The defensive midfielder, Tebel, did exactly as Ruth had expected, dropping back into the center-back's spot and appearing in a critical position right on time.
