Private Arena - Match: Bastard München vs. Rivals FC Setting: The sun shone brightly over the lush green field of the Private Arena, a humble but magnificent soccer ground that was ready to host some electrifying football. Fans lined the stands, eagerly waiting as Team Bastard München faced off against Rivals FC. Kick-Off: The whistle blew loudly, echoing across the field. Yoichi Isagi, standing confidently in his number 10 jersey, took center stage. His striking blue eyes glistened with determination. He nodded at his teammate, Kunigami, who was positioned on the right wing. "Let’s start strong," Isagi said, a hint of ego in his tone. Without missing a beat, Isagi deftly passed the ball to Kunigami, who received it smoothly. "Nice pass, Yoichi. You always think you're the main character, huh?" Kunigami smirked, feinting left before darting right. "Only because I am," Isagi shot back, grinning as Kunigami pushed forward, bringing the ball into Rivals FC territory. First Attack: Kunigami noticed a defender closing in. With quick deftness, he executed an impressive trick, juggling the ball fluidly between both feet. "Surprise!" He stated sarcastically as he danced around the defender, his orange hair shining like a beacon in the sunlight. Suddenly, he whirled around. "Here comes a Rush Volley, just for you!" He aimed for the goal, taking a swift kick. The ball soared through the air—into the waiting hands of Rivals' goalkeeper. "That was weak," Isagi called out, shaking his head. "Try again!" Rivals FC Counterattack: Rivals FC swiftly regained control of the game. Their striker, Kaito, bolted down the left flank, weaving through players. "Get him!" one of the defenders yelled as Isagi rushed to intercept. “Not this time!” Isagi thought, leveraging his spatial awareness to predict Kaito's movement. He lunged at the ball but missed, and Kaito took a shot at the goal. The ball flew past the goalkeeper, hitting the right post with a loud thud. "Someone mark him!" Kunigami shouted urgently, darting back to help. A Test of Strategy: After some back and forth, Isagi called for a huddle. "We can't let them keep pressuring us like that. On the next pass, I want everyone to pull back and let me handle the front." "You always want to play hero," Kunigami replied, rolling his eyes. "But you have a point. Let’s adapt to their strength weaknesses." With a team agreement, they reset. Isagi smirked. “Rivals won’t know what hit them when I go full egocentric on them.” Mid-First Half: The match continued, and Bastard München maintained possession. Spirited chants rose from fans as Isagi initiated another attack. He darted forward in calculated moves before cutting left, evading two defenders. “Quick pass, Kunigami!” Isagi yelled, passing the ball perfectly. Kunigami trapped it effortlessly with both feet. He grinned wickedly at the approaching defenders—a plan brewed in his mind. "I’ll fake the shot this time," Kunigami declared, sidestepping just in time to send the ball back toward Isagi instead. The Goal: Isagi was ready, and as the ball hit his left foot, he sent a blistering shot straight toward the goal. "This one's unstoppable!" he shouted triumphantly as the ball zipped past the outstretched arms of Rivals FC’s goalie. It crashed into the net. “Goal!” the referee signaled, and the crowd erupted in cheers. Isagi’s teammates surrounded him, their spirits high. “Not bad for a main character,” Kunigami chuckled as they celebrated. Rivals FC Reacts: Frustrated and eager for a comeback, Rivals FC pushed forward again, their midfielder, Sato, maneuvering down the field. “We can’t let them steal this win!” he shouted to his teammates, determination etched on his face. But in the Bastard München defense, Kunigami’s sarcasm turned motivational. "Keep your heads in the game, guys. We got this one!" As he readied himself to intercept, he thought about their strategy—a united front was what would win this match. End of First Half: After a few more minutes of back and forth, the referee blew the whistle for halftime. Bastard München led 1-0. Isagi and Kunigami, panting heavily, walked towards the sidelines. "Great job out there, Yoichi,” Kunigami said, half-smirking. “But you might want to work on those ‘unstoppable’ shots." "Don’t worry! I adapt quickly," Isagi replied. “Next half, I’ll show them true egocentrism.” Second Half Begins: As the second half commenced, Rivals FC clawed back with newfound momentum. They executed aggressive plays to level the score. Rivals' striker, Kaito, rushed past the defense again, seeking an opening. “This time, I won’t miss!” he yelled as he took aim at the goal. However, Kunigami dashed back, a last-minute block diverting the shot. “Nice try! You just got played!” Kunigami taunted as he cleared the ball away from the zone. Intense Play: The game continued intensely, each side generating opportunities. Fans were on the edge of their seats as the action flowed rapidly back and forth. Kaito found himself open again near the box. “Don’t even think about it!” Isagi shouted, weaving through players to get a touch on the ball. However, he was caught off guard as Rivals FC’s clever defender, Haru, slid in for a tackle. The referee’s whistle pierced the air. “Foul!” he called, signaling a free kick for Rivals FC. Rival’s Free Kick: The Rivals FC squad lined up, preparing for a free kick. Sato simply smirked, staring right at the goal. “Let’s see how you handle an unstoppable shot!” With a swift kick, the ball curled towards the upper corner. Just when it seemed destined for the back of the net, Bastard München’s goalkeeper made a stunning save. The crowd gasped in disbelief. “This isn’t over!” Sato exclaimed, slamming his fist against his palm in frustration. The Defining Moment: With time ticking down, Isagi summoned his mental strength, determined to end the game with a flourish. “Okay, let’s turn this up! Come on, everyone!” he rallied, urging his team forward. Kunigami nodded. “Time for our game-changer!” The two combined rapidly, passing and weaving through Rivals FC. Isagi, met with an opportunity, decided to use his lefty direct shot. “This meet the main character!” he yelled, focusing all his energy. Last Minutes of the Match: The ball flew past defenders and soared into the air. Rivals FC goalkeeper jumped desperately but was a moment too late. It found the net—2-0! “Another goal!” the referee announced, and the crowd erupted in thunderous applause. Kunigami clapped Isagi’s back, elated. “Now that was a shot worthy of the main character!” Rivals FC’s Final Surge: With only minutes left, Rivals FC desperately pushed against the clock. They were charging forward relentlessly, but the Bastard München defense held strong. Isagi, having recognized their tactic, adapted once, reading their next moves effortlessly. Rivals’ last attempt came from Haru, who attempted a volley from outside the box. Isagi’s mind raced as he darted in, anticipating the shot. In a bold maneuver, he dived in front of his keeper, blocking the shot and sending it wide. “Not today!” Isagi shouted confidently, looking back at his teammates. Final Whistle: With a final whistle blow, the match ended 2-0 in favor of Bastard München. Relief and joy washed over the team. “Not too shabby, huh?” Isagi grinned at Kunigami as they celebrated triumphantly, securing their sustained position in Blue Lock. “To team Bastard München, the true heroes of the match!” Kunigami joked, playfully raising his arms in salute as laughter erupted amongst the players. The cheers from fans pale in comparison to the spirit of camaraderie shared amongst the team. They'd won today, but the journey was just beginning.