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Football was Daisuke Takeda’s life—until an injury shattered his dreams before they could begin. But rather than give up, he dedicated years to studying the game, becoming a master of tactics, psychology, and player development.

Yet no club would give him a chance. No matter how brilliant he was, no one would take a risk on an unknown Japanese coach with no experience.

So, he made his own opportunity. He bought a club—just so he could coach.

FC Blackhaven, a failing League Two club in England, was on the verge of collapse. No stars, no future, no hope. Everyone expected them to fade into obscurity.

Now, Daisuke owns the club, but he doesn’t care about business—his only goal is to coach and prove his genius to the world. With a squad of forgotten talents, hostile fans, and European giants laughing at his ambition, he begins his journey to redefine football itself.

With revolutionary tactics, cold-blooded decision-making, and a vision no one else can see, he will climb from the bottom of England’s football pyramid to the very top.

This is the story of a coach who controls the pitch, a mastermind who sees football like no one else, and a man who will shake the football world to its core.

The Mastermind Coach: Conquering Football from the Dugout

The flight back to Blackhaven was filled with celebration. The players were in high spirits, their victory over Coventry marking a turning point. They were no longer just another lower-tier club. They were competitors.

Daisuke sat at the back of the plane, reviewing match footage. The team had played well, but there were still weaknesses. Coventry had exploited their defensive shape in transition—something stronger teams wouldn't hesitate to punish.

Aaron dropped into the seat next to him, stretching out with a satisfied grin. "We're making noise now, boss."

Daisuke nodded. "And that means teams will start taking us seriously."

Aaron chuckled. "Let 'em. We're ready."

Daisuke smirked but remained focused. They had won a battle, but the war was far from over.

The morning after the win, the team gathered in the meeting room. Daisuke stood at the front, arms crossed.

"Good win," he started. "But we're not here to celebrate. We analyze, improve, and move forward."

He pulled up clips from the match. "Coventry exposed our defense in transition. If we don't fix this, we'll struggle against teams with better attacking depth."

Ryan leaned back. "Gaffer, do you ever just... enjoy the win?"

A few chuckles echoed around the room.

Daisuke's lips twitched into a small smile. "Winning is enjoyable. But sustained winning? That's a different level. We're not just here to survive. We're here to dominate."

The team fell silent, the weight of his words settling over them.

Aaron nodded. "Let's get to work."

The morning sports headlines hit like a thunderstorm.

"Aaron Bennett on the radar of multiple clubs after standout performance against Coventry!"

Daisuke sighed as he scrolled through his phone. It was inevitable. Aaron had been immense, leading the press, scoring goals, and controlling the tempo.

A soft knock at his office door. "Come in."

Aaron walked in, tossing his phone onto the desk. "Saw the news?"

Aaron exhaled, rubbing his temple. "I won't lie. It's flattering. But I'm not going anywhere. Not yet."

Daisuke studied him. "You're a key part of this project. But if offers come in, I won't stop you. Just promise me one thing."

Daisuke leaned forward. "Don't let this distract you. We have work to do."

Aaron grinned. "Wouldn't dream of it, boss."

A bigger test awaited. Derby County was a level above Coventry, a team with experience and depth.

As Daisuke watched the players go through their drills, he knew one thing.

Chapter 9: The First Challenge