2. Isagi Yoichi Awakens Chigiri Hyoma’s Extraordinary Potential

Team W had two star players, the Wanima Brothers. Their exceptional one-two passing technique made them formidable, capable of dismantling the opponent’s defense with ease. However, in the first half of the match between Team Z and Team W, Kuon’s strategy led Team Z to a 3-0 lead by halftime. Kuon not only acted as the strategist behind Team Z’s play but also secured a hat trick as the striker in the first half.

Unfortunately, in the second half, Kuon made three critical mistakes, which gave Team W a massive advantage. This turned disastrous for Team Z as the Wanima Brothers quickly managed to equalize the score at 3-3. Additionally, Team W identified Team Z’s gameplay pattern, allowing them to shut down Team Z’s attacks swiftly and effectively.

Although Isagi Yoichi had a hunch that Kuon had betrayed them when Team W scored their second goal, he chose to ignore it. It wasn’t until Team W tied the score at 3-3 that Kuon’s betrayal was confirmed. Kuon had not only leaked Team Z’s strategies and individual weaknesses but had also joined Team W as their 12th player to ensure Team Z’s defeat. Kuon even enthusiastically assisted Team W in scoring their fourth goal by passing the ball to the Wanima Brothers.

With only three minutes left in injury time, Isagi Yoichi was determined to score an equalizer. Despite one-on-one dribbling not being his forte, Isagi managed to get past two Team W defenders.

However, Wanima managed to steal the ball from Isagi. Unwilling to give up, Isagi stole the ball back from Team W and passed it to Chigiri, Team Z’s center-back. Unexpectedly, Isagi reclaimed the ball from Chigiri and continued dribbling alone, aiming to score against Team W.

Isagi Yoichi’s relentless determination to score awakened Chigiri’s dormant talent. During his time at Blue Lock, Chigiri had focused solely on playing as a center-back. The Wanima Brothers, who had been Chigiri’s schoolmates, were aware that Chigiri had lost his exceptional speed due to an injury in high school. However, with newfound resolve, Chigiri reignited his exceptional talent. From Team Z’s defensive area, Chigiri sprinted forward with incredible speed to launch an attack against Team W.

Isagi Yoichi, with his keen instinct for sensing goal-scoring moments, was confident that Chigiri would succeed. Trusting his intuition, Isagi sent a long pass to Chigiri. None of the players from Team Z or Team W realized the pass was intended for Chigiri. Isagi’s decision was initially deemed reckless by both teammates and opponents alike. Even Kuon attempted to clear the ball to end the game. However, with his incredible speed, Chigiri reached Isagi’s pass before Kuon could clear it.

Chigiri then performed a solo run, dribbling at lightning speed, leaving both opponents and teammates in awe. Even the Wanima Brothers, who had known Chigiri’s past as a high school sprinter, were stunned to witness the return of Chigiri’s blazing speed. With ease, Chigiri outmaneuvered the Wanima Brothers’ attempts to steal the ball. In a brilliant display of skill, Chigiri scored Team Z’s fourth goal.

The match ended in a dramatic 4-4 draw between Team Z and Team W. With both teams earning one point each in the standings, Team Z would need to win their final match against the undefeated table leaders, Team V, in order to advance to the next round.