⚽ Blue Lock Match Day ⚽ The stadium was packed with thousands of excited fans. Giant screens lit up with the names of the world's best players. "Japan U-20 vs Bastard München!" You, your best friend Yuki, and your friend Melanie had been waiting months for this day. Yuki hugged her Rin Itoshi banner tightly. Yuki: "Rin is definitely scoring today. I just know it!"

Melanie smiled while wearing a Michael Kaiser jersey. Melanie: "Please. Kaiser is going to steal the spotlight." You laughed as you adjusted your Sae Itoshi scarf. You: "We'll see about that. Sae's still the best." The three of you made your way to your seats, talking excitedly about the match. Suddenly, the stadium lights dimmed. The announcer's voice echoed throughout the arena. "Please welcome... SAE ITOSHI!" The crowd exploded with cheers.

Sae walked onto the field with his usual calm expression, completely focused. A moment later... "RIN ITOSHI!" Yuki jumped to her feet. Yuki: "RIN!! OVER HERE!!" Then... "MICHAEL KAISER!" Melanie waved both hands as Kaiser walked out with his confident smile. As the players warmed up, something unexpected happened.

Sae glanced toward the crowd... and his eyes met yours. Rin heard Yuki cheering louder than almost everyone else and looked over with a small smirk. Kaiser noticed Melanie proudly wearing his jersey and gave a confident wave. The three of you froze. Yuki: "Did... did Rin just look at me?" Melanie: "Kaiser actually waved!" You couldn't stop staring at Sae.