A Maiden Goal is Born! Is This the So-Called Youth League?

Higuain immediately spurred forward after passing the ball to Su Bai.

In Ignacio's tactics, Boca Juniors U18's entire attack revolved around him.

But the rhythm of his own team today seemed somewhat different.

That mascot had no intention of waiting for him to push up at all.

He charged straight into San Lorenzo's half all by himself.

What was even more absurd was that, despite sprinting without the ball, he simply could not catch up to that former deadweight.

That guy looked much faster than usual!

Su Bai surged forward like an arrow loosed from the bow.

San Lorenzo's wide midfielder Adams had originally wanted to turn sideways and intercept him, but Su Bai's speed far exceeded his expectations.

In the brief moment it took him to turn around, that guy vanished right in front of him.

Adams panicked.

And it was not just Adams.

Even San Lorenzo's midfielders were momentarily stunned by Su Bai's speed.

Fortunately, San Lorenzo still had a genius player on their defensive line.

That was their star left back, Ojeda.

Although nineteen-year-old Ojeda had yet to gain experience with the senior team, his formidable defensive awareness and sturdy build had long made him stand head and shoulders above the rest in the U18 youth league.

Quite a few European scouts had already placed him on their watchlists.

As he watched Su Bai charge wildly toward him, Ojeda lowered his center of gravity slightly as usual and turned his body sideways, preparing to intercept.

In Argentina, a country that produced attacking players in abundance, he had seen far too many speedy wingers like this.

And he had taken down countless so-called genius players as well.

Just like always, as long as he got into position, he could easily win the ball back.

Brimming with confidence, Ojeda even took the time to turn his head and check his teammates' positioning.

An outstanding fullback did not merely know how to defend.

"Is that kid crazy? He isn't waiting for his teammates to come up, and he's just charging in alone!"

"Well, it's his first appearance, and he paid for it too. Of course he wants to get some extra time playing!"

"Damn it, that bastard Ignacio! For money, he actually put this kind of player on the pitch! Does he not even understand the most basic team tactics?"

"Exactly! Does he think he's Messi? That he can break the deadlock all by himself? Boca needs obedient players!"

In the stands, countless Boca fans began grumbling as they watched Su Bai's reckless charge.

But!

Very quickly!

Every fan was terrified by what happened before their eyes.

San Lorenzo's expected ball recovery never came.

Instead, the opposing number 4 was sent flying.

As if he had been struck by a massive truck loaded with cargo.

All of this!!!

Was it... was it that mascot?

That exaggerated?

What kind of physicality was that?

He was clearly Asian!

How was that possible!

On the sidelines, San Lorenzo's head coach watched as his star player was sent flying backward.

Meanwhile, the Asian player on the pitch kept sprinting as though nothing had happened.

No foul?

When he saw the referee push both hands forward to signal play on, San Lorenzo's head coach finally could not remain seated. He shouted furiously from the sidelines.

But!

He soon fell silent.

Right after the Asian youngster had sent their fullback flying.

That kid had only taken a few steps before striking the ball from several meters outside the edge of the penalty area?

What was he trying to do?

From that position?

Was he going to shoot?

What was he thinking?

On the pitch.

Su Bai had already raised his right leg high!

San Lorenzo's center-back was charging toward him.

But Su Bai had no time to worry about that.

The terrifying power contained in his taut right leg was already desperate to be unleashed.

"Bang!!!"

A thunderous blast rang out!

Su Bai's right foot smashed viciously into the ball.

The football visibly deformed, then turned into a streak of white light as it shot toward San Lorenzo's goal.

On the sidelines!

Boca Juniors' head coach Ignacio clenched his fists in excitement.

Yes!

That was the feeling!

And it was not just Ignacio. Boca Juniors goalkeeper Bozenik, standing far in front of his own goal, watched the scene with a fanatical expression!

At that moment, he even felt an indescribable thrill!

Finally, someone else could experience the terror he had felt.

There was no surprise at all!

The football slammed into the net!

San Lorenzo's goalkeeper stared dumbly at the ball behind him, unable to make any reaction.

One second!

Two seconds!

Three seconds!

Bombonera Stadium fell silent for a full three seconds.

Then!

"GGGGGG--OOOOOOOO--AAAAAAA--LLLLLLL!"

"GGGGGOOOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLLLL!"

"GOAL!!!!!"

The stadium DJ screamed hysterically.

And that roar instantly ignited the entire Bombonera Stadium.

The Boca Juniors fans in the stands erupted into frenzied cheers.

Countless fans held their heads, staring in disbelief at what they had just seen!

It was insane!

They were utterly stunned by the scene before them.

The Chinese youngster they had called a mascot had scored such an unbelievable goal in his debut at Bombonera Stadium!

The explosive burst after receiving the ball at the center circle!

Then sending the opposing fullback flying!

And especially that final thunderous strike, comparable to Batistuta's—no, perhaps even surpassing Batistuta's!

All of it!

It felt like a dream!

The fans did not even know the name of the guy in front of them yet.

And yet!

Su Bai, who had just scored, was nowhere near as excited as they expected!

That went in?

He frowned as he looked at the football lying obediently inside the goal.

Was this the U18 Youth League, supposedly packed with top talent?

Was this the so-called powerhouse, San Lorenzo?

It seemed nothing like he had imagined!

However, Su Bai had no intention of celebrating, while his teammates were another matter.

After all, this Boca Juniors side had managed only three draws in six rounds, and their attack had been abysmal.

It had been a long time since they had enjoyed the feeling of taking the lead right from kickoff.

Especially Higuain, who had casually played a diagonal pass to Su Bai and somehow picked up an assist.

So excited that he jumped straight onto Su Bai's back.

Viatri, Corazal, Angel Morales!

These starting players, who normally would not even spare Su Bai a glance, all charged toward him like mad.

Everyone in the stadium turned their eyes and cheers toward this obscure young Chinese Argentine kid.

"Boss!"

"This guy is incredible!"

"With him, I think we can challenge for the title. His driving force is ridiculous!"

"The scariest thing is the power in his feet. With shots like that, as long as they're on target, no goalkeeper can save them!"

Assistant coach Hayes grabbed Ignacio and said excitedly.