The game should have ended after Kuroka's brilliant bicycle kick, but Team V wasn't done yet.
Keiji Mikage stood in the center of the field, staring at Kuroka with an unnerving grin.
"That goal of yours… was beautiful," he murmured. "Guess it's time I take it for myself."
Kuroka narrowed his eyes. "You think you can copy a King?"
Keiji just smirked.
Naoki Fujimoto, Team V's strategic genius, orchestrated the final attack. His eyes scanned the field, finding the perfect passing lane.
Oraka Sakamoto moved in sync with him, making a quick pass that pulled Team Z's defense apart.
Soma Nagai made a fake run, dragging defenders away from Keiji's position.
Naoki spotted the gap. The moment had come.
A pinpoint cross soared into the box.
Keiji Mikage leaped into the air.
His body twisted, his movements mirroring Kuroka's perfectly.
CURVED BICYCLE KICK!
GOAL!
Team Z – 2 | Team V – 2
Team Z was shocked.
Kuroka clenched his fists. "Tch. He really copied me… completely."
Sora Himekawa muttered under his breath. "That's what makes him terrifying. He's not just a copycat. He's a thief."
But for Kaito Isagi, this was his moment.
His father's move.
The legendary Final Smash.
A shot so fast, so precise, that goalkeepers had no time to react.
And now, with mere seconds left, Kaito was about to unleash it.
Minute 47 – The Final Play
Toma Iguchi sprinted down the wing, sending a high cross into the box.Kaito positioned himself perfectly. His eyes sharpened—his vision was clear.
Keiji Mikage rushed toward him. If Kaito pulled off something new, Keiji would copy it.
But Kaito wasn't thinking about Keiji anymore.
BOOM!
THE FINAL SMASH!
A shot so powerful, so precise, that it cut through the air like a missile.
Keiji Mikage barely had time to react.
The goalkeeper Yuta Saionji lunged—too slow.
GOAL!
TEAM Z – 3 | TEAM V – 2
Kaito stood still, his heart pounding.
This was his moment.
The game had ended.
Team Z had won.
And for once, it wasn't Kuroka.
It wasn't Sora.
It was Kaito Isagi.
As Keiji Mikage walked past him, he let out a small chuckle.
"You got me this time," Keiji admitted. "But next time… I'll steal that shot too."
Kaito smirked. "Then I'll just create something even better."
And with that, the real battle had just begun.
New Ranks:
🔺 #280 – Kuroka Bachira (The Tyrant King, unstoppable and ruthless)
Kuroka doesn't just score—he dominates. Every shot is a statement, every move is an order. His curved strikes, bicycle kicks, and unwavering presence have solidified him as the undisputed leader of Team Z. Kuroka doesn't assist—he forces the game to bend to his will.
🔺 #281 – Sora Himekawa (The Puppet, a resentful elite assister)
Sora's hatred for being controlled is obvious, but his vision on the field is second to none. He creates perfect passes, making Kuroka shine even more. Despite his resentment, he plays the role of the flawless puppet, waiting for his moment to break free.
🔺 #282 – Kaito Isagi (The Reawakened Challenger, fueled by his father's legacy)
Once discarded as The Pawn, Kaito has returned with a vengeance. His Final Smash shot proved that he is no longer just a forgotten piece on the field. With his evolving Spatial Awareness and the fire lit within him, Kaito is ready to seize back his place.
🔺 #283 – Toma Iguchi (The Opportunist, thriving in the chaos)
Toma may not be the flashiest player, but his ability to create crucial chances makes him irreplaceable. He reads the game like no other, ensuring that he always has a hand in decisive plays.
🔺 #284 – Renji Suda (The Silent Enforcer, the backbone of the defense)
Renji isn't a superstar, but his defensive precision makes him a key pillar in Team Z. He cleans up mistakes and locks down opponents without seeking attention.
🔺 #285 – Kenta "Bear" Motosu (The Tank, a physical force but technically limited)
His strength makes him an immovable wall, but his lack of finesse prevents him from breaking into the top ranks.
🔺 #286 – Juzo Nakamura (The Lightning Speedster, deadly but mentally fragile)
Juzo's speed terrifies defenders, but he crumbles under pressure, making him an unreliable game-changer.
🔺 #287 – Itsuki Hoshino (The Flashy Trickster, style over substance)
His dribbling is breathtaking, but he rarely delivers in critical moments.
🔺 #288 – Daigo Shigematsu (The Elusive Dribbler, unpredictable but inefficient)
His dribbling confuses defenses, but his finishing is too unreliable to be considered a real threat.
🔺 #289 – Yuji Tanabe (The Long-Range Sniper, a risky but dangerous weapon)
His long-range shots can turn a game around, but his inconsistency holds him back.
🔻 #290 – Tetsuya Gojo (The Selfless Playmaker, hesitant to take control)
A solid passer, but his fear of taking charge stops him from rising above.
🔻 #291 – Haruki Daisen (The Hotheaded Striker, reckless and wasteful)
Haruki takes wild shots, often costing Team Z valuable opportunities.
🔻 #292 – Osamu Inui (The Feint Master, unable to capitalize on openings)
His trickery is elite, but his end product is nonexistent.
🔻 #293 – Makoto Ise (The Copycat, still struggling to master techniques)
Tries to steal others' moves, but fails to execute them properly.
🔻 #294 – Jinro Matsuda (The Chaotic Wild Card, unpredictable but undisciplined)
His randomness makes him a threat, but his lack of structure makes him unreliable.
🔻 #295 – Akihiro Soma (The Gambler, hoping for miracles instead of skill)
Takes insane risks that sometimes work—but mostly don't.
🔻 #296 – Daichi Kurogane (The Weakest Link, a jack-of-all-trades with no specialties)
No defining skill, no impact. The easiest target for elimination.