53 Chapter 53: Unbridgeable

Mikage Reo calmly observed the situation on the field as the orchestrator of V Team's offensive strategy.

"You idiot Zantetsu!"

Suddenly changing his dribbling motion, With a feint that deceived Isagi and Bachira, he created space for himself. Then, with precise long-range passing, he delivered the ball to the feet of Tsurugi Zantetsu.

"Don't call me an idiot."

Without any hesitation, Tsurugi Zantetsu received the ball and swiftly charged forward. Despite Chigiri's attempt to catch up from behind, he was instantly left far behind by Tsurugi Zantetsu, creating an even greater distance between them.

"What!?"

Chigiri's eyes widened. Although he was aware of Tsurugi Zantetsu's exaggerated burst of speed, he never expected it to be this fast, like a suddenly activated jet engine.

Tsurugi Zantetsu was like a sharp arrow, directly aimed at Z Team's goal, and his explosive power granted him formidable shooting ability.

"Nah I'd SCORE...!"

The only obstacle standing in his way was the goalkeeper. This goal was practically a sure thing.

"It's as simple as can be."

Mikage Reo, in the distance, wore a relaxed smile on his face. V Team had taken the lead, and victory seemed assured.

At this moment, Tsurugi Zantetsu lifted his foot, channeling all the power from his entire body into it, preparing to take the shot

"I must say, aren't you a bit too arrogant?"

A sudden voice resounded in Tsurugi Zantetsu's ears, causing his eyes to instantly widen as he glanced sideways.

A terrifying figure had already appeared behind him at this very moment.

Kira Ryosuke.

"How is this possible?"

Tsurugi Zantetsu couldn't believe it. He thought that with his speed, he should have already distanced himself from the other defenders. How did Kira Ryosuke manage to catch up?

Is this guy's speed also exaggerated to such an extent?

"This guy..."

Mikage Reo's brow twitched slightly. It was the first time he saw Tsurugi Zantetsu being surpassed by someone else in terms of speed.

Even Nagi, who had been lethargic all along, lifted his head slightly.

Just as Tsurugi Zantetsu was about to take his shot, Kira directly made a steal from behind, swiftly turned around at the fastest speed, and sent a long pass forward.

"Great pass!"

Bachira received Kira's pass and charged towards the opponent's half at top speed.

Mikage Reo also quickly returned to defend, blocking Bachira's path along with his defensive teammates.

A smile appeared on Bachira's face.

"Hehe, fell for it!"

Bachira saw that he had already attracted a lot of defensive attention, so he immediately passed the ball to his left front, where Kunigami Rensuke had appeared.

"Oh no!"

Mikage Reo realized that Bachira was just a decoy, and the one responsible for finishing was not him, but Kunigami Rensuke.

"So, Kira has indeed seen through your tactics!"

Kunigami Rensuke took a deep breath and lifted his left foot.

A powerful left-footed shot!

Goal!

1-0

"Nice one, Kunigami!"

"We've gained the advantage!"

"Well done!"

The crowd immediately erupted in cheers. V Team was their strongest opponent, yet they managed to score first.

Kira, also smiled. The team's transition from defense to offense was executed quite well. It was the result of their long training and cohesion.

However, Kira was well aware that although they scored a goal, they didn't actually have much advantage because V Team hadn't fully engaged yet.

The real game was just beginning.

"Reo, the opponents scored first."

Nagi said calmly. Despite their team being behind in score, there was no trace of panic on his face, as if he could overturn the score in an instant.

"It's infuriating, letting these guys score."

Although Mikage Reo said so, there was still a clear smile on his face.

"We can't let these guys break our undefeated record. Take it a bit more seriously, Nagi."

"Such a hassle. We just need to score three goals and then we can slack off."

Nagi said expressionlessly, as if he didn't really care about the outcome of the match.

"That won't do. We need to score more goals. These guys are getting on my nerves. Let's completely crush their confidence."

"Oh."

Soon, V Team regrouped for another attack, and Mikage Reo once again took control of the ball.

"This time, it seems a bit different."

Isagi noticed a slight change in V Team's momentum. He also knew that the previous V Team wasn't playing seriously.

"Nagi!"

Mikage Reo raised his hand with a smile, signaling something.

"What a bother."

But Nagi remained calm.

Suddenly, Mikage Reo made a long pass with exaggerated height and curve, and the ball rushed towards the penalty area.

"What? Was that a mistake?!"

Raichi Jingo looked at the incoming ball with confusion.

And at that moment, Nagi, who had been motionless all along, suddenly started running.

"Is he going to...? No! It's impossible!"

Kuon Wataru exclaimed.

But at that moment, Nagi leaped high into the air, displaying an astonishing jumping ability that even Kuon Wataru, who prided himself on his jumping, couldn't reach. He hooked his right foot, like a pair of pliers, directly gripping the ball.

This was Nagi's signature move the Superb Ball Control.

In a football match, ball control skills are crucial for players in every position. The ability to quickly and effectively control a bouncing ball gives the player in possession an immediate advantage. In most situations during a match, the first touch of the ball often makes the difference between success and failure.

Nagi possessed a terrifying ball control technique. He could receive a ball coming from any angle and at any speed, and in the blink of an eye, adjust his body and proceed with the next move.

"This guy... Is it even possible?!"

Almost everyone was shocked by Nagi's action.

It was a move that ordinary people couldn't even dream of accomplishing, let alone imitate.

Meanwhile, Nagi calmly adjusted his body in mid-air and took a shot!

Goal!

1-1.!

The score was quickly leveled in a short period of time!