As a football field covered with artificial grass, the quality of Sobu High's field is high enough. When you step on the grass, you don't feel that awkward feeling of being unable to stand on the ground at all. You can jump around casually on the field.

, you can all feel the strong adsorption force of this grass.

It was on such a field that I stood on the football field again after five months.

The position I chose was the defensive midfielder, which happened to be opposite Hayama, who was playing the midfielder position as the core of the frontcourt. Almost everyone thought that I chose this position to compete with Hayama, including the teammates standing next to me.

I think so. Of course, this is not the purpose of my position selection. On the court, an outstanding defensive midfielder is a person who can truly coordinate the overall situation.

Maybe the offensive players will always be better than the defensive players, and maybe the visual enjoyment brought to the audience by the offensive core will always be more comfortable than that of the organizer behind him, but the rhythm of a team is controlled by this late player.

This is especially true in games where the difference in strength is not big.

Of course, Hayama is not unaware of this, but His Highness, the prince, has to accept the applause of the audience. If he is not a frontcourt player, then his chances of excellence will be reduced. In a certain sense, Hayama Hayato's

The position has been kidnapped by his fans.

When a player is not just a player, but exists as an idol, his every move is often not as comfortable as when he is a pure player.

I glanced at the other teammates around me. Obviously, after my encouragement just now, everyone was full of fighting spirit. However, I could see that there was a trace of uncertainty and confusion in everyone's eyes.

color.

Obviously, none of them trusted me, even after my impassioned speech. They had the urge to defeat their opponents, but their reason told them that they could not win, and this reason,

It will become more obvious after that brief rush passes.

But I can't change anything at this time. All I can do is continue to win the trust of others on the court.

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At the beginning of the game, the players on the substitute side launched the highest-intensity full-court press from the beginning. This was not a tactical arrangement, but a manifestation of the players' excitement reaching a very high level. Everyone was there.

I eagerly hope to use this kind of running and fighting to achieve the effect I want to achieve.

However, such a pressing is accompanied by a higher risk of being left empty by the opponent. When I looked at Hayama's expression, I could already understand the outcome of this pressing.

Among all people, I may be just a small character who wants to fight against Hayama Hayato without knowing the heights and heights of the world. However, Hayama is definitely not such a person. From the moment he is willing to give up the core position of the football team to me, he should have already

I understand what I have done before. So, if I were in his position, I would be able to be alert enough to the other person's character.

Therefore, I believe that Hayama can know that I will inspire the fighting spirit of this team. Of course, if it were me, I also know that Hayama can formulate corresponding tactics according to this situation.

My guess was not wrong. Faced with this high-intensity pressing at the beginning, Ye Shan showed no signs of flinching or nervousness at all. He took the initiative to move his position back and shouted loudly: "Don't worry,

Follow the tactics we agreed on before, spread out the formation, move from foot to foot, give me the ball when the time is right, and I'll get rid of them!"

The entire main lineup of the team started operating under Hayama's order. The formation retreated slightly, with Hayama almost retreating to the midfielder position, and the other two wingers also retreated to the center circle to help.

After receiving the response, only Hayama's best friend named Tobe was left in front.

At this time, all the players on the substitute side, except for the two central defenders, had already passed the half-court, and were swarming the main lineup players in a local area.

The opponent's formation was flattened and seemed to be out of touch, giving people the feeling that they could steal the ball and launch a counterattack on the spot with just one more kick.

Because of the overall pressure of the formation, I could only press forward to maintain the tightness of the line. However, I could see that the three midfielders, led by Hayama, were constantly moving to maintain the pressure on the other players.

Therefore, although every time the substitute player's grab for the ball was "almost" successful, it was resolved every time under Hayama's command.

This is the most dangerous time for high-post pressing tactics. If it were me, I would ask other players except for the players who are forcing the ball holder to move back a little to avoid the opponent's counterattack after getting rid of it, but

, no one on the field is willing to listen to my command now.

On the side of the main lineup, the No. 8 defensive midfielder held the ball, and the two substitute players stepped forward to press. However, after a long period of acceleration, their pressing intensity obviously declined. At this time, Ye Shan suddenly changed from just now.

He made a forward pass from the receiving position at the back, and his teammates also sent the ball to his feet. In front of Hayama, there was an open space.

At the same time, the two main line-up wingers who retreated to their own half suddenly turned around and began to advance forward.

At this time, there are only three players on the substitute defense line: me and two central defenders. All I can do now is block Hayama's path forward.

However, as if to mock me, Hayama Hayato's long ball passed through a beautiful arc and accurately landed in front of the high-speed left winger of the main lineup. Then, he passed and passed, and the famous

Hayama's good friend, Tobe, lived up to Hayama's trust in him and easily headed his teammate's cross into the substitute's goal.

"1:0! Goallllll!" The guest commentator who appeared on the sidelines at some point shouted, "Although the Yuigahama players played very aggressively at the beginning, they used their own embarrassing pressing to make the Hayama team look embarrassed.

, but the Hayama team was obviously well prepared, with a series of beautiful kicks and passes, and finally Hayama Hayato instigated the goal."

Although conceding the ball was expected, conceding the ball so early was still a bit unprepared!

I smiled bitterly. When I saw this kind of high-position pressing, I had an ominous premonition. I was also prepared to prevent Hayama from advancing quickly. However, Hayama's handling at this time really surprised me.

, his shot was very decisive, without any fancy moves to show off his skills, it was just a long pass directly after receiving the ball.

The commentator's voice still echoed in my ears: "Although Tobe scored the goal and was assisted by left winger Komatsu, most of the credit for this goal still goes to Hayama who sent in the beautiful long pass.

, especially this kick was sent in front of Kazuya Yuigahama, the opponent of this challenge. This can be said to be a complete victory in a one-on-one PK with the opponent. Obviously, in the defensive midfielder position, first-year Yuigahama-san

He was also aware of the possible dangers on his side, but he was not able to prevent the ball from being lost because His Royal Highness Prince Hayama's pass was unstoppable at this moment!"

Because of the incitement of the on-site commentary, the audience also realized the key to Hayama's pass. Everyone shouted Hayama's name loudly, and the teammates who scored Hayama's goals and assists also seemed very knowledgeable and knew about this game.

During the game, Hayama also consciously came over to celebrate with Hayama and dedicated his gratitude to Hayama.

However, Ye Shan didn't show any particular joy. He just ran towards me slowly, patted my shoulder gently, and said with that confident tone: "Sorry, the first game is

I won!"

"Yes, you won. It was a beautiful win. You scored a goal much earlier than I expected!" I nodded and responded.

"Oh, do you mean that you could predict your lagging behind?" Hayama glanced at me with interest.

"Yes, you can't win the game with fighting spirit alone. Our team is slightly inferior in terms of coordination and technology. You came prepared from the beginning. For players like this who are only more motivated than you,

Of course, we can create a lot of opportunities, but the goal is so quick that it really surprised me. However, this is all thanks to you, Hayama-senpai, your pass just now was quite good!"

"Thank you, but you are still lagging behind!" Hayama looked into my eyes and said to me.

"Yes, we are lagging behind. Moreover, my suggestion is that you should take this opportunity to score a few more points. Otherwise, you will not be prepared when we start to counterattack, and you will not be able to come back!"

"Are you so confident?"

"Yeah, how can I compete with you if I don't have confidence?"

"Then, I will accept your opinion!" Ye Shan shook his head and said, "Just because you can see the danger just now, I can know your strength. Unfortunately, you are still unwilling to join the football club.

?"

"Let's discuss it after this game is over. If you can defeat me, is it not impossible to take me away?"

"Oh, is this a bet?"

"Can you just think so?"

"Then I will take your words seriously!"

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The game continued. Obviously, a one-goal difference would not have a huge impact on the morale of the substitute team. However, the situation where the whole line was pressing forward just now also made everyone feel vigilant. They did not try to catch up in one go.

To defeat the opponent, he adopted a relatively cautious way of advancement.

I am still separated from the entire team. When attacking, no one will move according to my instructions. When defending, everyone treats me as a player who specializes in guarding Hayama instead of treating me as a player.

Treat it as an integral part of the defensive system.

Therefore, despite efforts, the attack failed.

Instead, the main team took advantage of a mistake by the substitute player and scored another goal. The score became 2:0.

At this time, everyone's expressions were no longer excited, but slowly took on a hint of panic and confusion.

This is what often happens when a weak team faces a strong team in a football match. The weak team can often gain a certain upper hand through momentum at the beginning, but when their frenzied attack has no effect

, even when the opponent scores a goal, their morale will weaken.

Generally speaking, when they lose the second goal, their morale will drop to a relatively low level. If they lose the third goal, the rhythm of the entire game will be controlled by the strong team, whether it is

It's the opponent's choice to run out the game time by controlling the ball and passing the ball, or to turn the game into a one-sided massacre through further violent attacks.

At this time, for a team, the most important thing is the inconsistency in the mentality of the players in the front and backcourt. Some people want to attack, and some people want to defend. This creates a disconnect between the front and backcourt, leading to further collapse of mentality.

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The current substitute players are in this kind of mentality, and Hayama Hayato also keenly grasped this loophole. After instigating the first goal, he has been inconspicuous and took the initiative to get rid of my

Defended and caught the ball.

"Yuigahama, although I thought about giving up my core position to you at the time, I have been thinking, before we have a real confrontation, will you really be much better than me?" This is Hayama looking at me with the ball.

, the first words that came out of his mouth.

"Hayama-senpai is not the kind of person who is selfless. If your supporters know these words, what will they think?"

"But if I win you, then what I say will only prove my strong self-confidence. Although I am not the perfect person in the eyes of others, I will never hide my confidence.

That’s what you think!” Ye Shan nodded and said.

"Do you want to perform individual heroism at this time instead of playing team football? It's only 2:0. Isn't this score very safe?"

"After all, this is a game where you challenge me, so there's nothing wrong with letting me show my heroic side, right?"

"Then, Senior Hayama, please don't regret it!"

"If this goal is scored and the score becomes 3:0, it will be difficult for you to save the game, right?"

"But, correspondingly, if I steal your ball and initiate an attack, others will trust me, right?"

"So, this is round two, right?"

“The second round of 1v1, let’s begin!”

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I found that it was impossible to write about a football match in the first person. As I wrote, it felt like the main character was not on the field and was watching other people running while he was walking. I wanted to change it to the third person, but there were a lot of dialogues in the text that were not in the first person.
Chapter completed!