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Under the Same Sky tells the heartfelt story of Mateo González Schwarz, a twelve-year-old boy whose greatest dream is to conquer the world of football. Born to an Argentine father and a German mother, Mateo grows up in the colorful streets of Buenos Aires, fueled by his passion for the beautiful game and inspired by legends like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
But when tragedy strikes and his beloved father passes away, Mateo is left heartbroken — yet not alone. Carrying the final promise of his father to follow his dreams without fear, Mateo embarks on a journey filled with challenges, ambition, and growth.
What Mateo doesn’t yet realize is that a special gift, left behind by his father and guided by forces beyond this world, will soon awaken within him — a secret that could turn his dreams of becoming the greatest footballer alive into reality.

Mateo Rise of a Champion

The ball was barely back at midfieldwhen France ignited.

Mateo's goal hadn't just hurt them —it had enraged them.

And now,they attacked like wounded beasts.

Marchand — their star winger —took the kickoff and charged forward like a missile.

He dribbled past two German midfielders with terrifying speed,cutting inside dangerously.

Germany's defenders scrambled to close him down.

Marchand unleashed a vicious shot from outside the box —only a desperate block from Ritter deflected it wide.

They were coming for blood.

Mateo jogged back into defensive position,heart hammering against his ribs.

"They're not playing football anymore,"he realized.

"They're fighting for their pride."

This was no longer technique vs technique.

It was will vs will.

[Tactical Priority Suggestion:Defensive Compactness Reinforced.][Secondary Objective: Counterattack Opportunities.]

Stay smart.Stay patient.Wait for the killing blow.

A quick one-two on the edge of the German boxleft their striker, Baptiste Leclerc, with a half-chance.

He smashed a low shot—the German keeper dove late—

And the ball struck the post!

The rebound bounced dangerously into the six-yard box,but Jonas reacted first, booting it clear.

The German bench screamed for focus.Coach Schuster barked tactical adjustments.

Mateo shouted encouragement, rallying his teammates.

Even though he was only seventeen,even though this was his first major tournament,

Through words.Through energy.Through sheer will.

Every time France surged forward,Mateo dropped back.

Tracked runners.Intercepted passes.

The German players responded —trusting him, feeding off his fire.

[New Status:Team Morale: Boosted by Presence of Host.]

Passive Effect Activated: "Heart of the Team."(Teammates' Stamina and Focus Recovery +5%)

Marchand kept cutting inside, looking for shots.

Their midfielders pressed higher, risking everything.

Their fullbacks overlapped like raging bulls.

The stadium's atmosphere grew thicker,fans screaming with every missed German clearance,every French near-miss.

But how much longer could they last?

"We can't just defend forever.""We need the second goal."

Before France's momentum crushed them completely.

And so, deep inside the chaos,Mateo began to plot.

Waiting for the one chanceto strike again.

Chapter 126: Fury Unleashed