With the clock at 40 minutes and 56 second The Red Belz FC players maintain out most composure, orchestrating a series of well-coordinated link-up plays deep within their own half.
Grabel Silas receives the ball and spots an opening, threading a sharp pass to James Cornel. With a swift touch, Cornel dribbles past Floxx Leon, showing impressive footwork.
As he approaches Ruyne Ness,the anchor of Devertary United's midfield
James Cornel quickly offloads the ball to the right wing, where Cedric Harrison is already in stride.
Harrison, without hesitation, winds up and unleashes a powerful, curling long-range strike aimed at goal.
The shot tears through the defensive line, bypassing the four-man Devertary United backline,but just as it seems destined for the back of the net, goalkeeper Shawn Lucius reacts with lightning-fast reflexes.
With an instinctive dive and a solid punch of his knuckles, Lucius deflects the ball away from danger, denying what seemed like a certain goal.
Despite the heroic save, the deflection results in a corner kick for Red Belz FC.
Bruno Andre, Red Belz FC's dynamic left winger, steps up to take the corner kick. With precision and intent, he swings the ball high into the box, aiming it toward the dense cluster of players packed at the front post.
The ball sails through the air—its curve threatening to dip into the top-right corner of the net. But out of nowhere, Ruyne Ness charges in from the edge of the box.
Timing his leap perfectly, he launches himself upward and meets the ball mid-air, powering a header away from danger—just moments before it could sneak into the corner.
A roar erupts from the crowd in appreciation of his defensive brilliance.
The stadium screens flash with slow-motion replays of his intervention, capturing every second of the aerial duel and the forceful clearance.
The commentators are in awe, praising Ness's awareness and timing.
As the ball is cleared into open play, the referee glances at his watch, raises his whistle to his lips, and blows it sharply, bringing the first half to a close.
Both teams begin to regroup as the fans buzz with excitement over the action-packed final minutes.
Inside the Devertary United locker room, the players gather, sweat glistening on their faces, breaths still heavy from the intensity of the first 45 minutes.
Coach Molis Harrison steps in with a calm but focused demeanor, clapping his hands as he walks in.
"Good first half, lads!" he says with pride. "You held your ground and kept the pressure controlled."
A round of applause breaks out, especially directed at Shark, the team's forward, whose decisive goal at the 39th minute has given Devertary United the lead. Teammates pat his back in appreciation for the clinical finish.
Molis Harrison then steps to the tactics board and flips it around to reveal a fresh setup.
"Alright, second half adjustments," he begins, sketching out their revised formation with swift, confident strokes.
He announces a key substitution: Daniel Chris will be coming on to replace Jonas Poker, adding fresh legs and energy to the defense line.
Most notably, Ruyne Ness, though primarily a defensive midfielder, is being instructed to drop back into the defensive line for the second half.
"Ruyne, you're falling back to reinforce the backline," Molis explains. "Red Belz FC will come strong
We need to lock the gate. No equalizers. Understood?"
Ness gives a firm nod. The team absorbs the strategy, knowing the next half will be a test of their discipline and composure.
The atmosphere is tense but confident as they rise, ready to take the field once more.
As Molis Harrison exits the locker room, his footsteps fade into the hallway, leaving behind a wave of renewed focus. The Devertary United players, now refreshed and energized, begin gathering their gear, pulling on jerseys, tightening laces, and heading out one by one toward the tunnel.
The room gradually empties, voices quieting until only two remain: Shark and Axel.
An eerie silence settles as Delbris Axel leans casually against a locker, arms folded, eyes locked on Shark with a smirk.
"So that goal..." Axel begins, voice sharp with sarcasm. "Nothing but a lucky flinch, huh? A penalty gift-wrapped to boost your stats."
He chuckles dryly, stepping closer. "Imagine the disgrace if you had missed it. But hey—credit where it's due. Enjoy your fake fame... while it lasts." With that parting jab, Axel throws his towel over his shoulder and walks out, leaving the room in tense silence.
Shark stands frozen, the words sinking deep. His jaw clenches. Doubt and fury churn within him.
What if I hadn't scored? What if it was just luck?
He looks down at his jersey, gripping it tightly. His fingers curl until the fabric wrinkles under the pressure. His teeth grit.
"I'll show you," he mutters under his breath. His eyes burn with determination.
"I'm going to score another goal and shut your mouth... just you wait, Delbris Axel."
With fire in his heart and vengeance in his stride, Shark storms out of the locker room,more than ready for the second half
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"As the players from both teams took to the pitch, the referee blew his whistle, signaling the start of the second half.
Wolf Deo quickly initiated the attack, passing the ball to Leon, who instantly sprinted forward.
Leon was accompanied by a formidable supporting cast, including Ronoa, Axel, Shark, and Deo, as they launched a swift and cohesive attack.
The team's rapid movement and precise passing threatened to catch their opponents off guard, setting the stage for an exciting and potentially decisive half of football."
"Real Basilisk burst towards Leon, but the latter deftly sidestepped him with a clever feint, releasing a pinpoint pass to Axel. Axel sprinted forward, leaving the Chara's Bay defense in disarray.
The crowd watched in awe as Devertary United's brute force tactic caught Chara's Bay off guard.
However, Charas Bay's goalkeeper, Charas Bay, remained composed and swiftly retreated to the post, sparking skepticism among the fans about his decision.
Meanwhile, Axel continued his charge forward, passing the ball to Ronoa, who expertly crossed it back to Axel in a prime shooting position.
But just as Axel was about to unleash a shot, Verlo Law intervened, using the tip of his boot to intercept the pass and disrupt Devertary United's attacking formation."
"Out of nowhere, Ruyne Ness materialized, expertly controlling the loose ball right in front of Law.
With a calm and collected demeanor, Ness gazed out at the field, surveying his options before passing the ball to Wolf Deo.
As Deo received the pass, the pace of the game seemed to slow, with the players on the pitch momentarily easing off the gas.
Deo, sensing the lull, took the opportunity to stop the ball's movement, holding his position and waiting for the perfect moment to restart the attack."
"Wolf Deo's ears seemed to pick up the faint sound of his coach's voice, echoing in his mind. 'Pass it to Shark!' the voice urged. With swift and decisive movement, Deo obeyed, releasing the ball to Shark, who had been lurking alone, waiting for the opportunity to strike.
As Shark received the pass, he was immediately confronted by Charas Bay, the Red Belz FC goalkeeper, right at the edge of the box. Charas Bay couldn't help but praise Shark for his remarkable skill, despite being a novice player.
'You're quite the talent, aren't you?' Charas Bay said, a hint of admiration in his voice. 'But don't think getting past me will be easy, kid. I've been around the block a few times.'"
"Shark swiftly passed the ball to Axel, who was positioned right beside him. Charas Bay, anticipating the pass, dashed towards Axel with lightning speed.
Axel, sensing the pressure, stopped the ball's movement and, in a desperate attempt to prevent Charas Bay from gaining possession, launched the ball into the air.
The crowd held its collective breath as the ball soared, momentarily hanging in the air, as Axel and Charas Bay engaged in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse.
The outcome was far from certain, leaving everyone wondering who would emerge victorious and claim control of the ball."
"As the ball hung in the air, Shark seized the opportunity, sprinting towards the commotion with lightning speed.
With acrobatic flair, he launched himself into the air, swinging his leg with incredible velocity.
The crowd gasped in awe as Shark's leg connected with the ball, unleashing a spiral shot that seemed to defy gravity.
The ball rocketed towards the Red Belz FC goal, leaving Charas Bay with no chance of intervention.
In a stunning display of athleticism and skill, Shark's shot found its mark, crashing into the back of the Red Belz FC net with resounding force.
The stadium erupted into chaos as Devertary United's fans celebrated the incredible goal."
"As Shark's spectacular spiral shot hit the back of the net, he landed gracefully on the grass, his feet greeting the earth with enthusiasm.
Overcome with joy, Shark shouted 'Goal!' at the top of his lungs, celebrating not only his incredible score but also his dominant performance against Delbris Axel.
The stadium was electric, with Devertary United's fans erupting into cheers and chants. The scoreboard now read 2-0 in favor of Devertary United, with Shark proudly claiming both goals.
The time on the clock read 54 minutes and 23 seconds, with the match far from over, but Shark's heroics had undoubtedly shifted the momentum in Devertary United's favor."