Chapter 60: No one can stop me! Including you, Kira!
"Don't let them advance any further!"
Raichi Jingo immediately pressed forward, ready to intercept Mikage Reo, not allowing him to continue dribbling
But before he could get close, Mikage Reo had already passed the ball to Nagi.
This time, it was Nagi who took the lead in the attack.
"No way you're getting past!"
Naruhaya Asahi stood in front of Nagi at the fastest speed. Although there was no comparison between them in terms of physique, speed, or technique, he wouldn't back down in the face of the opponent's ace offensive.
Nagi showed no expression, but as he sprinted, he resembled a fierce beast, as if he would devour the small-statured Naruhaya Asahi in the next second.
But Naruhaya Asahi remained unfazed.
"I can steal it!"
Naruhaya Asahi carefully observed Nagi's footsteps, searching for his rhythm.
Just at that moment, Nagi suddenly accelerated, forcing Naruhaya Asahi to shift his weight backward
Suddenly, Nagi stepped on the ball, making it reverse direction and return to his own feet.
"Is this the same dribbling skill Kira just used?!"
Even if Naruhaya Asahi wanted to return to his defensive position, his body's balance had been completely disrupted, causing him to fall down.
This is the terrifying talent of Nagi , an absolute domain that ordinary people can never surpass no matter how they chase.
"Stop him!"
The other defenders immediately pressed forward, wanting to completely shut down Nagi, but Nagi passed the ball to Mikage Reo, who had also cut in from the side.
"Is that Reo?"
"No, that's not right!"
Isagi Yoichi, who rushed to provide defensive support, immediately realized the problem and quickly charged toward Nagi's direction.
But he was still a step too slow.
It was a two-on-one breakthrough!
In the instant of passing the ball, Nagi quickly cut into the territory at top speed.
And while everyone's attention was on Mikage Reo, he immediately passed the ball back!
The ball soared through the air, drawing a curve that an ordinary person couldn't hope to reach.
But Nagi wasn't an ordinary person!
Nagi jumped up abruptly, like a black hole, sucking the ball to his feet, while adjusting his shot!
Goal!
3-2!
The score gap was immediately narrowed!
"Damn it!"
Iemon Okuhito fell to the ground, pounding the turf, while on the other side, Mikage Reo once again wore a triumphant expression on his face, smiling at Naruhaya Asahi, who hadn't yet stood up from the ground.
"Did you see that? That's the difference between mortals and geniuses! You're no match for us! Consider the first half as a warm-up, and in the second half, we'll show you the true gap!"
Naruhaya Asahi remained silent, though unwilling, he had to admit this fact.
There is a somewhat insurmountable gap between them and the geniuses.
Although Team V was trailing by one goal, Nagi's recent goal boosted their low morale once again. If things continued like this, there was a real possibility of a comeback.
At this moment, a pair of hands helped Naruhaya Asahi up.
"You talk as if you're the ones in the lead."
Kira, who had returned to the defense, turned his head and spoke to the mocking Mikage Reo.
"Moreover, the recent goal had nothing to do with you, right? It was all Nagi's performance from start to finish. What role did you play? Anyone could replace you."
Kira calmly retorted, and Naruhaya Asahi applauded in his heart.
"What the hell are you saying?!"
"Isn't it true? From start to finish, you relied solely on Nagi. Besides that, you're useless."
"You bastard!"
Mikage Reo broke through his defense again and forcefully pushed Kira, preparing for a fight
But it was as if he was pushing against a huge stone, as Kira remained unmoved, while Mikage Reo lost his balance and nearly stumbled to the ground.
"Yellow card warning!"
Just as Mikage Reo made his move, the announcement came over the broadcast, and other teammates came to persuade them. Mikage Reo gradually calmed down.
Whenever Nagi was mentioned, Mikage Reo would almost certainly become furious.
"You can enjoy your words for now, Kira. You've been completely shut down by us, and you can't restrict Nagi! We'll soon turn the score around!"
Mikage Reo laughed arrogantly, as if they had already won.
Kira narrowed his eyes slightly and responded calmly, "Is that so? Then let's see. From now on, your Team V won't be able to score another goal."
During the match with Team Y, Niko Ikki had said similar words to Kira.
And now, Mikage Reo could only follow in Niko Ikki's footsteps.
"You...!"
For some reason, in an instant, Mikage Reo felt an inexplicable sense of oppression emanating from Kira.
It was as if before him stood a gradually awakening monster, ready to choose its prey.
Mikage Reo didn't say much and could only silently retreat to the halfway line.
Kira patted Naruhaya Asahi's shoulder.
"You defended well just now."
"But I..."
"Keep it up, be prepared. It's our turn again, and victory will surely belong to our Team Z."
Kira's words didn't sound like consolation; they sounded more like statements of the inevitable.
"Yeah!"
After a moment of silence, Naruhaya Asahi smiled and nodded.
On the other side, watching Kira interact with his teammates, Nagi felt a bit puzzled.
He didn't think he would lose this match because it tested the abilities of both sides, and within Team Z, only Kira possessed talent.
Why did he seem to value those without talent so much?
Strange?
Nagi felt a sense of doubt, but he knew he could only ask after the match was over.
Of course, it had to be his victory that marked the end.
Not long after, Team Z launched another attack. Just like before, Tsurugi Zantetsu and the defensive line sacrificed themselves to completely intercept Kira, not only blocking his passing route but even shutting down his cutting path.
On the other side, Nagi was waiting!
Team Z passed the ball around multiple times but failed to create a suitable shooting opportunity. However, Nagi seized the chance, using his skills and physical abilities to intercept the pass and complete a steal!
Team V began their counterattack once again!