Down 2–1, Isagi refuses to fall back into doubt. He starts analyzing every tiny detail:
- Barou’s movement radius
- Nagi’s first-touch capabilities
- Bachira’s dribbling flow patterns
- Passing lanes that appear for only milliseconds
Isagi forms a new formula in his mind:
Nagi = skill
Bachira = chaos
Isagi = vision
If he can combine these three elements, they can overpower the king.
Nagi performs an unbelievable one-touch trap, Bachira draws two defenders, and Isagi appears in the blind spot — the one place Barou never guards.
Isagi scores.
2–2.
His awakening is undeniable. He is no longer playing soccer — he’s solving soccer.
Key Characters
| Character | Role |
| Isagi Yoichi | Creates formula for victory |
| Nagi Seishiro | Executes perfect first-touch plays |
| Bachira Meguru | Distracts and destabilizes opponents |
Themes
- Soccer as a Mental Game
- Predictive Vision
- Calculated Ego
Final Thoughts
Chapter 38 showcases Isagi’s transformation into a strategist — the true beginning of his genius.
