Chapter 7: Breaking Records and Hearts

The English national team's momentum was still riding high as they prepared to face their next opponents, Germany, in a highly anticipated match. Daniel was still basking in the glory of his two goals against Australia and the chance encounter with Emma, and he was eager to continue his good form. As the team took to the pitch, Daniel was feeling confident. He had been in top form lately, and he was determined to make a lasting impact on the tournament. The atmosphere was electric, with the crowd cheering and waving flags. The match began, and England dominated the early stages, with Daniel causing problems for the German defense with his pace and skill. In the 10th minute, he got his first chance to score, but his shot was saved by the German goalkeeper. However, Daniel was not to be denied for long. In the 25th minute, he received a pass on the edge of the box, turned his defender inside, and unleashed a powerful shot that flew into the top corner of the net. The crowd erupted, and Daniel's teammates rushed to congratulate him on his goal. As the match wore on, Daniel continued to impress, beating defenders with ease and creating chances for his teammates. In the 60th minute, he scored his second goal of the match, a stunning strike from outside the box that sealed the win for England. But what happened next would go down in history. As Daniel celebrated his goal, he took off his shirt, revealing his chiseled abs to the crowd. Emma, who was watching from the stands, couldn't help but notice. Her breath hitched as she took in the sight of Daniel's physique, and she felt a flutter in her chest. Meanwhile, Matthew Lewis and Rupert Grint, who were sitting next to Emma, burst out laughing. "Looks like someone's got a crush on Daniel," Matthew teased, nudging Emma playfully. Rupert chuckled in agreement, and Emma's face turned bright red. "Shut up, guys," Emma whispered, trying to play it cool. But she couldn't help but sneak another glance at Daniel, who was still celebrating his goal. As it turned out, Daniel's celebration was not just a moment of passion - it was also a historic moment. His speed and agility on the pitch had caught the attention of the officials, and it was announced that he had broken the record for the fastest runner in the world, clocking in at an incredible 27.8 kilometers per hour at just 20 years old. The crowd went wild, and Daniel's teammates mobbed him in celebration. Emma was beaming with pride, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and admiration for the young player. As the team made their way to the locker room, Daniel was met with a sea of congratulatory messages. He had broken records, and he had captured the hearts of fans everywhere, including Emma's. But little did Daniel know, his celebration had not only made headlines for his record-breaking speed, but also for his physique, which had left Emma - and half the stadium - breathless.