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nThough the opposing coach had decided to make some radical changes most fans didn’t even bother to bat an eye. They simply couldn’t afford to be bothered by the changes of the

nopposing side amidst their team’s magnificent performance.

nIn the 75th minute, Hiro was brought down by the opposing players about 40 yards away.

nBeep!

nImmediately upon seeing him rolling on the floor, the referee sounded his whistle. Since the tackle wasn’t anything serious, he didn’t bring out his cards.

nInstead, he let go of the player with a simple warning.

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nYet still, despite seeing him rolling on the ground when the referee called out for a foul most fans made disgruntled noises as they tried to oppose the decision of the referee.

nWell, since they were running against time, it was only natural for them to feel irritated.

nRight at this moment, the assistant referee lifted his substitution board, hinting at a player change from the Japanese side.

nMany turned to look at the referee.

nThe moment their eyes landed on him their eyes widened in shock. Seeing the players lined side by side they couldn’t help but express their shock. Just how many players was he planning to substitute?

nIt was almost half the squad.

nHad he gone insane?

nThey were baffled by his decision.

nThe opposing players had the same look of surprise in their eyes. At the same time, some couldn’t help but feel a bit intimidated as well.

nAs they swept their glances through the players who were about to enter the field realization struck them hard like thunder.

nThey were already having problems dealing with the available players. Yet they weren’t even playing with half their might?

nJust what kind of ridiculous squad had Japan assembled?

nFor a split second, they couldn’t help but display a look of horror on their faces. But they were also elites so how could they let themselves be intimidated?

nThough the Japanese squad seemed impressive they had faced much more tougher opponents. It’s just that most of the players in their squad were also new.

nUnable to keep up with the game most of the performers who had performed in the Euro had retired due to their ages.

nIt wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that they were also playing with their reserved squad. Immediately upon entering the field, Kubo passed the message he had been tasked to pass from his coach to other players. Since three attacking players were entering the field they obviously had to change their formation.

nSo they changed to a 4-3-3 formation.

nTatsuki who previously played as a center forward moved to the wings while Maeda was substituted for Tominaga. As for Kubo, he also moved to the wings.

nBut there was still the matter regarding the freekick.

nWho was going to take it?

nIf it was near the penalty box, Kubo would have stepped up.

nSince it was at such a distance, it was only fair for Kenji to take the shot. As for Hiro, he wasn’t even considered to be on the list.

nEven though he was an impressive talent, he still had yet to prove himself.

n“Do you want to take the shot?” Kenji asked Hiro jokingly.

nSince he had seen Hiro shoot, he initially did not doubt his ability. But even for him, it was quite far. So, he didn’t think that he would take him on the offer.

nBut to his surprise Hiro accepted.

n“Sure,” Hiro said casually.

nAs he heard his response, he couldn’t help but feel uncomfortable. How was he going to explain to him that he was merely joking?

nKenji became flustered.

nThe look on Hiro’s face only made it even more uncomfortable for him to explain.

nHe looked dead-serious.

nThen a thought crossed his mind. Well, it wouldn’t be that bad to let him have the shot after all, he’s an excellent passer.

nFrom such a distance, he probably wouldn’t try something as foolish as to go for the goal. With that thought in mind, he agreed to let him take the opportunity.

nThere wasn’t any harm to it.

nEven if he messed up it wasn’t an important game. So, it would be a learning experience for

nhim.

n“The ball is all yours,” saying so, Kenji backed down with a faint smile on his face.

nAs for the players they were also a little surprised to see him preparing for the shot. Since they had practiced the set-piece at such a distance with Kenji as the set-piece taker they naturally assumed that it was going to be Kenji who would take the freekick.

nSo they were a little taken aback by Hiro’s presence.

nTaking in a deep breath, Hiro fixated his gaze on the post. From such a distance even the post appeared rather small, and he could hardly find any open spaces.

nBe it his teammates or the opposing players, they were all clustered around the opposing box. As for the wall, he only had two players to be worried about.

nSince it was at such a distance not even the opposing players were expecting him to score. But some still appeared a bit skeptical. After all, he had already displayed his power to its fullest when he scored the second goal.

nSo, it wouldn’t be wise to underestimate him.

nHis teammate in front might be expecting a pass from him but he had already made up his mind. From the moment he accepted the offer, he had already prepared himself to take a

ndirect shot.

nIt might have been selfish.

nBut he wouldn’t have accepted to take the shot if he wasn’t going for the goal.

nRight at this moment, when he was preparing to shoot, his focus peaked. Suddenly everything around him turned silent. At the same time, his gaze narrowed to the small gaps in the

nopposing post.

nSeveral routes unfolded before him.

nIt was the same experience he had once experienced before.

nZone!

nThen with a short run-up, he rushed toward the ball. The opposing keeper with his limited

nvision could hardly see him.

nYet still from the narrow gaps, he was able to see him move.

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