Dreams Return

After the match, Vitor scored five goals, impressing all his classmates and the physical education teacher who had organized the game. The teacher, amazed by the boy's performance, approached Vitor, patted his hair, and praised his performance. "I've never seen you play so well before," the teacher said with a look of disbelief. "You really stood out today, Vitor. I know you recently had an accident, but how did you manage to improve so much?"

Vitor, however, wasn't surprised by his performance. He knew he was playing against boys his age who didn't train and had no aspirations of becoming professional players. With his previous experience and youthful physical vigor, it was natural for him to excel on the field. He smiled and thanked the compliments, maintaining his humility, but his confidence was visibly elevated.

Later that morning, when Vitor's mother, Adriana, came to pick him up from school, the teacher decided to speak with her. He was eager to share his observations with her and help her understand her son's potential. "Mrs. Mancini," the teacher began, "I have to say that Vitor's improvement is remarkable. He looked different, even in the way he ran and moved. It's as if he's a different person. He demonstrated impressive control of the game and a skill that's uncommon for his age."

Adriana was a bit surprised but also relieved to hear that Vitor was doing so well. She decided to explain to the teacher what had happened, mentioning that Vitor had suffered a blow to the head and was showing signs of dissociative amnesia, but somehow he still maintained his love for football. "He had a trauma, and it's true that he still has some memory issues, but his passion for football has never waned. I was also surprised to hear from you how much he has improved and I am so happy to see how much he is recovering."

The teacher, listening to the story with interest, saw an opportunity to help Vitor follow a more structured path in football. "I think Vitor has incredible potential. If you're willing to invest in his talent, I recommend considering enrolling him in a football academy. I know a good institution called Soccer Academy Paulista. They have an excellent structure and a solid reputation. I have worked there myself teaching boys of Vitor's age to play football, and they truly have a professional approach to developing young talent. I believe their experience could be extremely beneficial for your son's development."

Adriana listened attentively, absorbing every word. "And if we decide to enroll Vitor there?" she asked. "How should we proceed? Is there a specific process we need to follow?"

"Coach Paulo is an excellent person and knows well what it takes to turn a prodigy into a good player. If you decide to enroll Vitor, tell him that I recommended him. That might help ensure he gets the attention and support he needs. Also, it would be a good idea to visit the facilities and talk directly with the staff to see if it's the right environment for him."

Adriana thanked the teacher and, with a renewed sense of hope, took Vitor home. As they drove, Adriana reflected on the teacher's recommendation and the possibility of a promising future for Vitor. She knew that investing in Vitor's passion could be a great opportunity for him to achieve his dreams.

In the car, Adriana asked Vitor if he enjoyed getting back to playing football. The boy, with a big smile on his face, responded that he did. "I was very happy to be back on the field," Vitor said, looking at his mother with enthusiasm. "It was like I was home again. I really felt a deep connection with the game, as if I had returned to a place where I belong."

Adriana then asked if Vitor would be interested in enrolling in a football academy to improve his skills, learn tactics, and maybe join a club in the future. "Is that something you would like to do?" she asked.

Vitor, with his eyes shining with anticipation, responded with a firm "Yes." "I was planning to ask you that," he said, his voice full of hope. "Would you really do that for me? I feel like this is the chance I was waiting for to follow my dream."

Adriana smiled at her son's excitement. "Of course, Vitor. I'll visit the academy with you the next day. If you're as excited as you seem, let's do it. I want to see you happy and achieve your dreams, and if this is the right opportunity for you, let's go for it." Her response brought an even bigger smile to Vitor's face. "Thank you, Mom! I'm looking forward to tomorrow," he expressed his gratitude sincerely.

Adriana felt a mix of pride and happiness seeing Vitor's excitement. The car continued on its way home, and the conversation between mother and son was full of enthusiasm and expectations for the future.

During the drive, Vitor looked out the car window and saw a large football stadium. His eyes widened as he recognized the Morumbi, the home of the biggest club in São Paulo, which shares the same name as the city. Even though he wasn't a fan of the club, he remembered that Morumbi produced great players like Kaká and the legendary goalkeeper Rogério Ceni.

Vitor was surprised to realize that he lived so close to the stadium. The idea of possibly having a chance to start his football career there began to take shape in his mind. He imagined what it would be like to train at that iconic location and maybe even stand out, just like the players he admired.

With a sparkle in his eyes, he turned to his mother and said, "Mom, look at the Morumbi stadium!"

Adriana smiled at her son's excitement and replied, "Yes, I know. It's an amazing stadium, and it would be wonderful if you could one day play there. Being so close to such an iconic place could be a great motivation for you."

Vitor, with a big smile on his face, continued to dream big. "Who knows, maybe one day I can start my career here close to the Morumbi!" His mind was filled with dreams and possibilities, and he couldn't help but feel excited about the idea.

Adriana, encouraged by her son's passion, held the steering wheel firmly and said, "If you keep working hard and seizing every opportunity, nothing is impossible. Let's take the first step tomorrow and see what the future holds for us. With your determination and effort, the sky's the limit."