Chapter 71 Football 71 Perhaps a perfect recreation.
On the field, the air seemed to be ignited by tension.
That unexpected shot left everyone still in a state of brief astonishment.
No one thought that a shot could be taken like that; in other words, no one could have taken a shot like that.
Completing this shot requires not only a player to have speed that perfectly matches the speed of the ball's movement, but also extremely keen eyesight to accurately capture the subtle gaps in the ball's flight.
This presents an unparalleled challenge to the players' speed and dynamic vision.
There wasn't much time for them to be shocked; the pace of the game didn't allow anyone a moment's respite.
Rei-Oh of the Red Team stood in the center of the field, looking down at the soccer ball between his feet. He lightly tapped the ball forward, and with what seemed like a casual touch, the soccer ball darted forward.
Shido Ryusei and Kunishin Rensuke shot out almost simultaneously like arrows released from a bow, both eager to be the first to take control of the ball that would decide the outcome of the battle.
Shido Ryusei's sharp eyes suddenly shifted downwards, a hint of ferocity flashing in them. His lips twisted slightly, and he gave Kunishin Rensuke a vicious glance. He raised his left elbow high, preparing to strike Kunishin Rensuke, attempting to gain the upper hand through sheer force.
Kunishin Rensuke naturally wouldn't sit idly by and wait to die. He reacted extremely quickly, pressing his body down rapidly to dodge Shido Ryusei's attack while simultaneously lunging forward to stop the ball firmly ahead of time.
His gaze was fixed on the green virtual goalkeeper inside the goal, while his peripheral vision quickly swept over the opponents approaching him from different directions.
The distance from here to the goal is 35m, which is exactly the safe distance for him to shoot.
Kunishin Rensuke's heart was in turmoil.
If he shoots directly, Suoh will intercept the ball in mid-air. But if he passes the ball, the situation on the field is complicated, and the only teammate he can trust is Rei, but such a pass is too obvious and easily anticipated by the opponent.
It would be great if the distance to the goal was 15 meters.
At a distance of 15 meters, even if the ball is intercepted, they cannot immediately organize an effective counter-attack pass.
The situation was extremely critical; every second determined the course of the battle.
In that instant, Kunishin Rensuke made his decision. Without hesitation, he kicked the ball towards Mikage Reio with lightning speed.
Reio Mikage received the pass and immediately saw Ryosuke Kira of the Green Team pouncing towards him with the speed of a cheetah, so fast it seemed to tear the air apart. Koki Suoh was also watching intently, his eyes revealing a predatory desire, ready to launch a fatal attack at any moment.
Just as Kira Ryosuke and Suoh Koki were about to rush in front of him, Mikage Rei's lips unconsciously curled up, revealing a cunning look, and his eyes were sharp like an eagle's.
Just right.
He took a decisive step, the movement fluid and without hesitation. With a powerful push from his calf, he precisely struck the ball with the instep, sending it flying like a cannonball towards Kunishin Rensuke, instantly breaking through the opponent's encirclement.
How could Mikage Reio, who had been cooperating with Kunishin Rensuke for so long, not know his thoughts?
10 meters.
The shot should go in.
Mikage Reiō pondered to herself.
Kunishin Rensuke firmly braced the ball with his foot, his eyes scanning the entire field like a searchlight, searching for the best opportunity to attack. When he locked onto a ball just 10 meters from the goal, his lips, which had been tightly pursed due to tension, curled up slightly, revealing a hint of barely perceptible smugness.
10 meters.
An absolutely safe distance.
He took a deep breath, his chest heaving violently, and his leg muscles contracted instantly like taut springs, concentrating all his strength into one point.
The football, accompanied by a deafening whistling sound, hurtled towards the goal with his powerful shot.
Just when everyone thought the ball was sure to go in, Suoh Hyo-hee leaped high into the air, his body seemingly frozen in mid-air. In that instant of suspension, his right leg stretched out straight like steel.
The football, carrying tremendous kinetic energy, slammed heavily onto his toes.
That's really strong.
Suoh Hyo-hee frowned, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
The football was violently bounced off the ground by the powerful impact, and like a wild horse, it crossed the baseline and flew out of bounds.
The referee's whistle blew sharply, awarding the red team a corner kick.
Kunigami Rensuke stood behind the white line, his face ashen, his hands gripping the soccer ball tightly, the veins on the back of his hands bulging. His gaze shifted back and forth between Mikage Reio and Shido Ryusei, who was also wearing a red soccer jersey.
He made his own judgment.
The memory of my previous match against Shido Ryusei was too vivid.
During the 2-on-2 match, that guy violently attacked his teammate because of an improper pass. If Rei-oh hadn't been quick enough to pull his teammate away, Shido Ryusei would probably have been eliminated due to the improper conflict.
He wasn't going to pass the ball to that uncontrollable, beast-like guy.
So he decisively passed the ball high to Mikage Reio.
Reio Mikage accurately predicted the ball's landing point, leaped high, and headed the ball steadily towards the penalty area with her forehead, her purple eyes fixed on Ryusei Shido's every move.
Although he didn't think highly of Shido Ryusei, soccer is a team sport, and relying on just him and Kunishin Rensuke would leave too many blind spots.
The green team's Futago Ichiki and Kira Ryosuke quickly surrounded them, trying to cut off Mikage Reio's passing route.
Faced with this sudden pressure, Reio Mikage remained unusually calm. He gently tapped the ball on his toes, as if assessing every possible passing direction.
At the critical moment, Reio Mikage made a decision.
Without hesitation, he kicked the ball, but instead of flying towards Shido Ryusei as expected, the ball curved in the air and was passed to Kunishin Rensuke at an incredible angle not far away.
Shido Ryusei's expression grew even more impatient.
When Kunishin Rensuke received the ball, his eyes lit up instantly. He got into position again, ready to shoot.
The football shot out like a cannonball from Kunishin Rensuke's feet, whistling through the air as it hurtled towards the goal. Futaba rushed towards the ball, attempting to stop the attack.
The soccer ball grazed Erzi's cheek, the powerful gust of air sending his hair flying and revealing his inquisitive gaze.
Ryosuke Kira, who was originally defending against Ryusei Shido, reacted extremely quickly. He made a decisive move, instantly abandoning his attempt to stop Shido, and quickly turned around to move towards the ball.
That's fast!
Futaba looked at Kira Ryosuke, who resembled a white shooting star, in disbelief.
It truly deserves to be called a "gem of Japan"!
"thump!"
Just as Futaba thought Kira Ryosuke would intercept the ball, Mikage Reio arrived. With a light and agile movement, his toes struck the ball accurately, producing a crisp and powerful sound, as if beating the war drums of an attack.
This strike was like a bullet being chambered again, but in the opposite direction. Under the combined force, the ball seemed imbued with even greater energy, shooting towards the corner of the goal at an even faster speed. It drew a strange arc in the air, like a fleeting shooting star in the night sky.
Kira Ryosuke stood frozen, his gaze fixed on the soccer ball hurtling through the air, his eyes filled with disbelief. His eyes followed the ball's trajectory rapidly, his mind racing like a high-speed, precision instrument.
Kira Ryosuke wasn't the only one who was shocked.
Exactly the same!
How did he do it?
Same force, same angle.
This move, "Two Sons Swing at Once," was not seen being used by Kira Ryosuke in previous videotapes, but Mikage Reio replicated Kira Ryosuke's shot in less than twenty minutes.
Erzi Yihui's face turned deathly pale instantly, and large beads of sweat rolled uncontrollably down his forehead, soaking the collar of his green team uniform.
Is this guy a genius?
His mind raced, his green eyes fixed on the football, and he even forgot to run.
wrong!
Erzi suddenly shook his head violently, the muscles in his face twitching slightly with excitement. His eyes sharpened instantly, as if he had discovered a new continent.
Not exactly the same!
He re-examined Reio Mikage's shot.
Although the overall trajectory and angle were extremely similar, at the moment of exertion, Reio Mikage's ankle turned slightly inward, and coupled with the difference in body size, the impact on the football was not as great as that on Ryosuke Kira.
This means that Reio Mikage's shot can be intercepted.
"thump."
The sound of striking rang out again.
Wang Xiaoxi quickly covered the gap, stretching out his leg to block the ball's advance.
The soccer ball struck his shin, the powerful impact causing Suoh Hyoki to sway slightly, but he regained his balance thanks to his excellent balancing ability. The soccer ball, under the impact, gradually stopped spinning and obediently came to rest on the instep of Suoh Hyoki's foot.
He lightly tapped the football, then stomped it under his foot.
With a turn, the ball traveled from the instep of his left foot to his right ankle. Suoh Koki also shifted his body, easily dodging Shido Ryusei's sneak attack.
!
His feet suddenly lost their footing.
when?
The soccer ball appeared at Reio Mikage's feet.
Reio Mikage's eyes were like those of a cheetah that had just caught its prey, and a victorious smile played on his lips.
Suoh Hyo-hee gently brushed aside the sweat-dampened strands of hair from his forehead, revealing a pair of deep, dark green eyes, calm and undisturbed.
He just watched Mikage Reio quietly, his eyes revealing a nonchalant air.
"You're not planning to use that move again, are you?"
Suoh Kōki took a step forward unhurriedly, his right leg thrusting straight into Mikage Reiō's genitals.
Reio Mikage's heart tightened. He tried to dribble the ball and change direction nimbly to break through Suoh Koki's defense. But no matter how hard he tried, Suoh Koki's lower body remained firmly planted there, unmoved.
The difference in muscle density and physique was vividly demonstrated at this moment.
Suoh Koki's strong muscles were as hard as steel, while Mikage Reiu seemed somewhat frail in his presence.
This guy is the same height as Nagi Seishiro, so why are their weights completely different?
Reio Mikage was inwardly surprised, and beads of sweat on his forehead grew even more profuse, rolling down his cheeks. A hint of panic and helplessness flashed in his eyes, an expression rarely seen on the field.
Don't waste time.
Suoh Koki spoke again, his cold voice carrying a hint of confusion, as if he was puzzled by Mikage Reio's obsession.
"Those who copied your moves were all my defeated opponents, let alone you who are not even the original."
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Author's Note: Suddenly I realized it's already chapter 71, and I'm still writing about Blue Lock. At this rate, this book can't possibly reach 400 chapters.
Let me cut some parts of the outline to see if I can reduce it.
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