Blue Lock, I, Kira Ryosuke, Obtain Thunder Breathing at the Start

"What?!"

Kira Ryosuke's forward lunge was incredibly realistic, completely disrupting Mikage Reo's balance and causing him to fall to the ground.

"It seems that you, the self-proclaimed genius, are nothing more than this."

Chapter 57: This is the True Kaleidoscope of Offense

"Excellent dribbling skills!"

Bachira Meguru couldn't help but exclaim. Although dribbling was a weapon he was proud of, he had to admit that Kira Ryosuke's dribbling technique might have surpassed his own.

"Is this guy playing streetball?"

Tsurugi Zantetsu's eyes widened in surprise. He also hadn't expected Kira Ryosuke to pull off such a move.

To be able to perform such a maneuver in a match wasn't just about delicate skill; it also required an incredibly strong heart.

Mikage Reo was a well-rounded player with no weaknesses, and his defensive abilities were outstanding.

Yet, even he was completely toyed with by Kira Ryosuke on defense.

This was an absolute difference in skill!

Kira Ryosuke had now easily bypassed Mikage Reo, but another figure suddenly appeared before him.

Nagi Seishiro.

At this moment, Nagi Seishiro was completely devoid of his usual lethargic demeanor. Instead, his gaze was one of absolute focus, like a lion, fixed intently on Kira Ryosuke.

He had just sprinted back on defense with terrifying speed, closing in the moment Kira Ryosuke got past Mikage Reo.

"You're strong. Stronger than anyone I've ever faced before."

Nagi Seishiro said slowly, facing Kira Ryosuke.

A bead of sweat finally appeared on his forehead.

"So, are you finally going to get a little serious?"

Kira Ryosuke asked with a smile.

"Yeah, if I keep slacking off, I'll lose."

Nagi Seishiro replied.

"Kira, do you like soccer? You've probably never lost before, just like me."

"To be honest, I was indifferent before, but now I quite like it. I've learned a lot and experienced a speed I never had before."

Kira Ryosuke answered.

"Is that so? Then it seems we're quite similar—"

"No, we're very different."

Kira Ryosuke narrowed his eyes slightly.

"I give my all in every match, and I pursue any goal I set with all my might. That's how you show respect to your teammates and opponents."

"Opponents and teammates?"

A confused expression appeared on Nagi Seishiro's face.

"But that's too much trouble. They don't have talent, so they won't make it to the end anyway. It's better if they give up early. Even my teammates, although they can advance to the next round, will definitely be eliminated in the end."

His expression seemed innocent, but Nagi Seishiro's words carried no malice; it was simply his straightforward thought.

If you don't have talent, don't persist.

Teammates don't matter, as others don't contribute much on the field anyway.

"So, we're different. This isn't a one-man game."

"But this is what Ego Jinpachi said..."

"I'm going to get past you now."

Kira Ryosuke wasn't planning on wasting more words with Nagi Seishiro. He accelerated instantly, preparing to go around Nagi Seishiro from the side.

However, Nagi Seishiro wasn't someone who could be easily passed. His physical abilities were superb, and he possessed excellent balance. He immediately adjusted his center of gravity, quickly closing the gap and not intending to give Kira Ryosuke any space to break through.

Behind Nagi Seishiro, the other defenders also swarmed in, blocking Kira Ryosuke's path.

However, this level of pressure posed no threat to Kira Ryosuke.

He suddenly stopped the ball and turned, preparing to get past Nagi Seishiro from another direction. His speed was incredibly fast, so fast that the others didn't even have time to react.

But Nagi Seishiro, the supreme genius, reacted!

He simultaneously turned in the opposite direction, once again positioning himself in front of Kira Ryosuke.

Defended!

Defended?

Nagi Seishiro then suddenly realized that the ball was no longer at Kira Ryosuke's feet.

The moment Kira Ryosuke turned, he had passed the ball with his heel. The perfect feint had fooled almost everyone on the field, even his own teammates.

Only one person realized Kira Ryosuke's pass.

Isagi Yoichi!

He was precisely Kira Ryosuke's intended receiver.

After receiving the pass from Kira Ryosuke, Isagi Yoichi immediately sprinted towards the opponent's penalty area at top speed!

"Damn it! Isagi Yoichi is the target!"

"Why is this guy so fast?!"

"Isn't he supposed to be the weakest in Team Z?"

The speed Isagi Yoichi displayed surprised Team V, because in their impression, Isagi Yoichi had rough technique and very average physical fitness.

But at this moment, Isagi Yoichi's speed was faster than they had imagined.

"The physical training with Kira is really effective!"

Isagi Yoichi thought to himself, while observing the overall situation on the field.

Kira Ryosuke told him to find his own weapon and make it effective on the field.

And now was the perfect moment.

In this match, Isagi Yoichi was playing the role of the Shadow Striker!

The Shadow Striker is positioned between the striker and attacking midfielder, with an unstable position, frequently interchanging left and right, and this was the position Kira Ryosuke had assigned to Isagi Yoichi!

When the ace striker draws enough attention, the Shadow Striker waits for an opportunity!

"Quick, stop him!"

Team V's defenders swarmed forward, wanting to completely shut down Isagi Yoichi.

At this moment, Isagi Yoichi already had a 'premonition of a goal'.

Just as the opposing defenders shifted their focus, Kira Ryosuke's defense had become noticeably weaker. As Isagi Yoichi broke through, he also made an instant cut!

The premonition of a goal came from Kira Ryosuke.

"It's yours! Kira!"

Having drawn enough attention, Isagi Yoichi delivered a precise pass to Kira Ryosuke with all his might.

Since coming to Blue Lock, Isagi Yoichi had truly doubted if his playstyle wasn't selfish enough, and if he needed to become the absolute selfish genius that Ego Jinpachi spoke of.

But Kira Ryosuke's and Ego Jinpachi's words enlightened Isagi Yoichi.

Being able to score did not necessarily make an excellent forward.

The one who can bring victory to the team is the truly excellent forward!

Whether it's passing or shooting, as long as it's Isagi Yoichi's own will and it can win the game, it's the correct choice!

"Great pass!"

Kira Ryosuke received the ball, and now he had ample space to shoot.

"I will stop you!"

Only Nagi Seishiro was not misled by the tactic. He rushed to Kira Ryosuke's side with the fastest speed and shortest distance—that was the direct path for Kira Ryosuke's shot!

Chapter 58: Sorry, I'm the one who wins in the end.

Nagi Seishiro made the most correct choice in that moment. Although he never paid close attention when watching game footage, he had actually silently memorized Kira Ryosuke's technical characteristics.

Super speed—and a straight shot full of explosive power!

Such a shot was incredibly powerful and had a long range, but it also had a flaw: it lacked curve, being a straight shot like a cannonball.

As long as one could intercept this straight line, they could defend against this shot.

However, Nagi Seishiro still underestimated Kira Ryosuke's ability!

Total Concentration Breathing!

Gathering Mosquitoes into Thunder!

Kira Ryosuke swung his leg suddenly, but this time it wasn't a straight shot!

He kicked the side of the ball, causing it to spin at high speed!

The ball, as if alive, drew an exaggerated curve in mid-air, just passing by Nagi Seishiro!

And this curve also aimed for the blind spot of Team V's goal!

The goalkeeper dove, but failed!

The ball precisely hit the outermost edge of the top right corner of the net!

"Banana Shot!"

Kunigami Rensuke shouted excitedly.

3:1!

The lead was further extended!

"No..."

Mikage Reo stared at the scoreboard, on the verge of collapse.

He had never trailed at halftime before, never had his team concede three goals within a single half.

He had never felt failure so close.

That Kira Ryosuke guy was toying with him.

The halftime whistle blew, and both teams returned to their locker rooms for a break.

"Damn it, damn it, damn it!"

Mikage Reo yelled in frustration, slumping into his chair.

At the start, he hadn't taken Kira Ryosuke and Team Z seriously at all, yet here he was, pushed this far.

The feeling of impending defeat was driving Mikage Reo mad.

"Hey Reo... It's okay even if we lose, right? After all, both our teams have already secured qualification..."

A teammate asked from beside him.

"Okay? It's NOT okay! Do you know how humiliating defeat is? I've never experienced this kind of shame! Unlike you trash, who don't care about any of this!"

At this moment, Mikage Reo was practically furious, pointing at his teammates and yelling.

"That's enough, Reo. Let's first think about how to handle the second half."

Completely unlike Mikage Reo, Nagi Seishiro was calm and clearly engaged in the match.

All eyes turned to Nagi Seishiro.

In this game, Nagi Seishiro was unusually active.