This still wasn't over.
In the 25th minute, Deng Kai, under dire circumstances in the midfield, chose to move to the right flank to receive the ball.
Seeing Amorim continually at a disadvantage against Deng Kai, the Benfica coach directly switched Amorim with Vieira on the left, letting Vieira have a try.
Vieira wasn't as tall and strong as Amorim, but he was much more agile.
Confident in his agility and still taller and stronger than Deng Kai, Vieira closed in, intent on stealing the ball.
He was also determined to prevent Deng Kai from repeating his previous move.
Sporting Lisbon's first goal had originated from a long pass by Deng Kai from this position.
However, who knew that Deng Kai, who often opted for a long ball, would suddenly pull off a trick this time, executing a Backheel Drag that faked out Vieira, as Deng Kai and the football both shot off, heading determinedly to the bottom line.
