111 The Norwegian Football Cup Serial Challenge

Coach Johansen sighed, leaning back in his chair. "Okay, have it your way," he said. "You can keep on fighting for numbers in the midfield. But remember, you're competing with very experienced players. So, it won't be a walk in the park for you."

"I understand," Zachary replied solemnly. "I'm more than ready to compete for a spot in the midfield."

He had just learned the Zinedine-Pirlo Mental Juju. If he continued improving his mastery of the skill, he was sure he would surpass the top midfielders in the Tippeligaen in no time. As long as the coach gave him playing time in a few matches, he was sure he would acquire a spot as one of the Rosenborg starting midfielders. He had no intention of changing his playing position just to make the team.