Chapter 10:- The Destruction of Man City

Today was the big day for Kabir and his team as they were about to confront Man City on their own turf. In the five days leading up to the match, Kabir had taken a cautious approach to gradually improve his statistics. He did it discreetly to avoid raising any eyebrows. As a result of his efforts, his current stats had transformed into something quite impressive.

[ Name - Kabir Ali

Pace - 48 → 70

Dribbling - 43 → 58

Pass - 92

Defense - 28

Physique - 75

Vision - 80

Penalty - 21

Free kick - 19

Long shot - 41

Possession - 37

Header - 40

Preferred foot - Left foot

Skills - [B] Stepover], [A] Zone]

As a midfielder, Kabir knew that his speed was crucial. Thus, he dedicated himself to training specifically for it last week. His efforts didn't go unnoticed by Coach Gareth and his teammates, who were genuinely surprised at the remarkable progress Kabir made in just one week. He had become the fastest player in the entire squad, leaving everyone in awe. Not only that, but his dribbling skills had also shown a remarkable improvement. Kabir now felt confident in his ability to effortlessly maneuver past defenders in the U18 teams, just like a seasoned pro. He even dared to dream of emulating the legendary Messi, envisioning himself expertly dribbling the ball, leaving defenders trailing behind as he scored remarkable goals.

Kabir's exceptional performances in the last six matches had earned him a significant following of fans. Their enthusiasm was palpable, as evidenced by the growing number of spectators at the Nottingham game. Over 5,000 fervent fans had flocked to witness Kabir in action, adding to the excitement in the stadium. Among them, there were numerous Bangladeshi supporters who had come specifically to cheer on Kabir, further amplifying the electric atmosphere.

Addressing his teammates, Kabir took a moment to acknowledge their collective achievements in the past six games. He emphasized the importance of teamwork and reminded everyone of their ultimate goal: victory. Kabir understood their individual aspirations to score goals and provide assists, but he emphasized that the team's success superseded personal accolades. The upcoming match against Man City posed the greatest challenge yet, and Kabir wanted his teammates to fully grasp the magnitude of the occasion.

"Today more than 5,000 fans have come here to watch us play. We cannot lose this match. We will have to win this match for the fans, for yourselves, for our coach, and for our Club. Let's go out there and show them how it's done."

Unifying their voices, the team shouted in unison, "One for the team!" Their collective spirit reverberated throughout the stadium, filling the air with an unwavering belief in their ability to conquer any challenge that lay ahead.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I can sense the excitement pulsating through the air as we gather here today for this highly anticipated match. On one side, we have the mighty Man City, currently holding the 8th position on the U18 Premier League table. Their opponents, Nottingham, have been steadily climbing the ranks and now find themselves in the 10th position. Brace yourselves, for what lies ahead is a clash of titans that promises to be nothing short of a fierce battle. The outcome of this match holds significant implications for both clubs. A victory for Man City would propel them to the 7th spot, while a triumph for Nottingham would see them ascend to the 9th position."

"Not long ago, anyone would have confidently predicted a comfortable victory for Man City against Nottingham. However, the tides have turned, and uncertainty now looms over the outcome of this encounter. Recent events have shattered preconceived notions, leaving us in a state of suspense. Man City suffered a defeat at the hands of Arsenal, while Nottingham has been on an impressive winning streak, triumphing in their last six matches."

"Within the Nottingham team, a shining star has emerged in the form of Kabir. This talented young player from Bangladesh has set the stage ablaze with his remarkable performances over the past six matches. Astonishingly, Kabir has netted an incredible 15 goals and contributed an astounding 18 assists during this short span of time. Today, the fervent hopes of all Nottingham fans rest on Kabir's shoulders, as they place their bets on him to lead the club to victory against the formidable Man City."

"Earlier in the season, Man City demonstrated their dominance over Nottingham with a commanding 4-0 triumph. However, as we stand here today, the outcome of this match remains shrouded in uncertainty. The winds of change have blown, and the result of this encounter appears to be an enigma. I can confidently declare that the forthcoming clash will undoubtedly rank among the most thrilling matches witnessed this season, with the potential for surprises and breathtaking moments that will leave us on the edge of our seats."

[Man city is playing using a 4-4-2 formation while Nottingham will be using their usual 4-3-3 formation. It would be interesting to see which team will score the opening goal.]

[Nottingham Squad -

Micheal [GK]

Greenwood [CB], Sam [CB], Fin [RB], Luke [LB]

Ethan [LMF], Oliver [RMF], Kabir [CAM]

Arvin [RW] , Alex [LW], Will [CF]

Coach - Gareth

Man city Squad -

James [GK]

Taylor [CB], Alpha [CB], WIlson [LFB], Oscar [RFB]

Tommy [CM], Alex [CM], Andrew [CM], Liam [CM]

Ben [CB], Jaime [CB]

Coach - Gareth Taylor]

Man City won the coin toss and opted to kick off the match. Ben swiftly kicked the ball, sending it soaring towards Jaime. With Nottingham's striker charging towards him, Jaime made a smart decision to pass the ball backward instead of risking a dangerous move. Tommy skillfully received the ball and swiftly passed it back to Ben.

Ben advanced a few meters with the ball, only to find himself confronted by Nottingham's winger. Meanwhile, Jaime and the other midfielders started moving forward, anticipating their chance. Ben, assessing the situation, decided to pass the ball to Tommy, who deftly dribbled it forward for a short distance.

Just as Tommy was about to pass the ball to Jaime, an unexpected figure slid right in front of him, successfully intercepting the pass. It was Kabir who had swiftly thrown himself in the way to prevent the ball from reaching its intended target. As a result, the possession of the ball shifted in favor of Kabir's team.

Oliver swiftly seized the opportunity and passed the ball to Arvin, who was positioned near the center line. Arvin spotted an opening of about ten yards and skillfully dribbled the ball forward. Observing this, Will, Alex, and Kabir, the trio, started closing in on Arvin, moving closer to the penalty box.

Nottingham's right full-back, Oscar, momentarily left his position in an attempt to halt Arvin's progress. Oscar sprinted with all his might, hoping to snatch the ball away from Arvin. However, Arvin used a simple yet effective body feint, leaving Oscar in his wake.

In that split second, Oscar realized the grave mistake he had made by abandoning his position. Before he could catch up to Arvin, the right winger had executed a marvelous cross pass to Kabir, who was strategically positioned within the penalty arc.

With Oscar out of position, there were only three defenders guarding the penalty box. Instead of focusing on marking Will and Alex, the defenders fixated their attention on Kabir. They stood resolutely in front of him, determined to dispossess him of the ball.

From the sidelines, Man City's coach, Taylor, shook his head in disappointment, well aware of what was about to unfold. "Those fools are doing exactly what I explicitly instructed them not to do," he muttered with a hint of frustration.

Kabir couldn't help but smile as he made contact with the ball. In the next instant, the three defenders, positioned a few yards away from him, watched in sheer horror as the ball soared above their heads.

Will swiftly sprinted forward, expertly controlling the ball with his chest. However, the goalkeeper had already positioned himself right in front of Will, determined to thwart his progress. But Will, undeterred, skillfully dribbled the ball towards the left side of the penalty box. In a blink of an eye, he swiftly turned around and unleashed a powerful shot, utilizing every ounce of his strength.

The ball soared above the goalkeeper's outstretched right hand and collided with the crossbar before gracefully bouncing inside the net. The crowd erupted in jubilation as Man City celebrated the exhilarating goal.

𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙤𝙢!!!!!

"It's a goal! The Nottingham team has scored the opening goal, sending their fans into a frenzy of delight. Everything fell perfectly into place, except for one crucial misstep. If only Oscar hadn't forsaken his position and attempted to wrest the ball away from Arvin, this outcome might have been averted."

[The score is now 1 - 0]

Man City's coach, filled with frustration, vehemently struck the chair he was seated upon. He couldn't believe his player had made such a rookie mistake. The other defenders also cast blame upon Oscar, recognizing his error.

Meanwhile, the Nottingham squad erupted in celebration. This marked Kabir's 19th assist of the season, achieved in just seven matches. On average, Kabir provided over two assists per game—an impressive feat indeed.

As for Will, this goal marked his 19th of the season. Since Kabir joined the team, the number of goals scored by the Nottingham side had nearly tripled. Kabir had become a pivotal figure, even surpassing Brennan, who was currently sidelined due to injury.

With the game back in motion, the Man City players exhibited a renewed vigor. Oscar swiftly passed the ball to Tommy, who carried it towards the center line before delivering a precise pass to the striker, Ben. Positioned on the right side of the center-right, Ben successfully received the pass from Tommy.

Just as Ben was about to embark on a dribbling move, a mysterious figure dashed towards him from the right flank. Before Ben could react, the ball was snatched away by this agile presence. Ben abruptly halted his run, realizing that someone had expertly stolen the ball from him. To his astonishment, it was Kabir who had emerged as the victor in their encounter.

"Wtf! How on earth is he so fast?" Ben's eyes widened in disbelief. He had watched one of Kabir's matches previously, and to his knowledge, Kabir possessed a similar pace to his own. Ben couldn't comprehend how Kabir had attained such incredible speed in such a short span of time.

Meanwhile, Kabir exhibited exceptional swiftness as he maneuvered past the four midfielders who attempted to impede him. With his sheer pace alone, he left them trailing behind. Upon reaching the penalty arc, Kabir spotted Arvin positioned to his right. Without a moment's hesitation, he deftly passed the ball to Arvin, showcasing his remarkable decision-making skills.

Meanwhile, having executed the pass, Kabir swiftly sprinted toward the defenders, anticipating Arvin's return pass. Arvin, understanding Kabir's intent, didn't disappoint. The ball soared back to Kabir with precision. Leaping into the air, Kabir skillfully directed the ball into the left side of the net with a well-timed header. The entire sequence of events transpired in a breathtaking flurry.

𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙤𝙢!!!!!

"Another goal. It's not even 5 minutes, a second goal has been scored. What the hell is going on here? Nottingham is destroying Man City."

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