บท 371: Japan u17 vs Senegal u17 II

A stillness pervaded the air, settling like a heavy shroud as he cast his glance at the stand. 

From a glance alone at the stand, Hiro could feel the sheer weight of the expectations placed upon him and his teammates. Their grim expression and hopeful eyes were a testament to the sheer importance of today's match. 

It was a match they couldn't afford to lose under any circumstances.

Appearing rather stiff, many of his teammates were walking quite clumsily almost as if their movements were constrained by the looming specter of pressure. For sure, they were pressed by the hopes and anticipation. 

Yet, amidst this stifling atmosphere, Hiro remained an oasis of calm amid the storm.