33: Testing Limits
The victory against Girona had given Barcelona B a much-needed boost, but the euphoria was short-lived. With each match that followed, the stakes grew higher, and the competition fiercer.
Their next challenge was an away game against Real Valladolid, a team known for their resilience and physicality. The trip to Valladolid would be a true test of Barcelona B's resolve.
As the team bus rumbled through the narrow streets of the historic city, the atmosphere inside was tense but focused.
Liam sat near the front, his headphones on, listening to the same playlist that had carried him through countless pre-match rituals. The rhythm of the music helped him center his thoughts, drowning out the noise of the world outside.