Blue Lock: Isagi the egoist

The buzz surrounding the Junior Champions League (JrCL) had reached a fever pitch. The test round, spearheaded by stars like Yoichi Isagi and Sae Itoshi, had been an overwhelming success. The feedback from fans, players, and media alike was electric. The Spanish Soccer Association, along with other European soccer governing bodies, unanimously agreed to make the JrCL an annual event.

To heighten the stakes, two prestigious awards were introduced:

Golden Boot - Awarded to the tournament's top scorer.Golden Ball - Given to the best overall player.

Isagi Yoichi, already cemented as the world's Number Two striker, swept both awards during the test round, setting the tone for his continued dominance.

The JrCL Structure

The JrCL would feature 32 teams, split into 8 groups of 4 teams each, representing clubs from all over Europe. Each country could enter up to four teams, ensuring the participation of elite academies and future superstars.

On a sunny afternoon, the raffle draw was broadcasted live, the soccer world eagerly watching as the groups were formed.

Group Stage Draw

Group A

Re Al Madrid (Spain)

Olympique Lyonnais (France)

Young Boys (Switzerland)

Ferencvárosi TC (Hungary)

Group B

Bastard München (Germany)

Dinamo Zagreb (Croatia)

Celtic FC (Scotland)

Red Star Belgrade (Serbia)

Group C

Manshine City (England)

Ajax (Netherlands)

Anderlecht (Belgium)

Panathinaikos (Greece)

Group D

Ubers (Italy)

Paris FC(France)

Sporting CP (Portugal)

Shakhtar Donetsk (Ukraine)

Group E

FC Barcelona (Spain)

Inter Milan (Italy)

Galatasaray (Turkey)

KRC Genk (Belgium)

Group F

Arsenal (England)

Borussia Dortmund (Germany)

RB Salzburg (Austria)

FC Copenhagen (Denmark)

Group G

AS Roma (Italy)

Bayern Leverkusen (Germany)

Sevilla FC (Spain)

Slavia Prague (Czech Republic)

Group H

PXG (France)

Benfica (Portugal)

Rangers FC (Scotland)

Viktoria Plzen (Czech Republic)

The JrCL's official launch was a grand spectacle, with Madrid's famous Santiago Bernabéu Stadium hosting the opening ceremony. Fans filled the seats, eager to see their rising stars in action.

Re Al Madrid's Academy team, led by Isagi Yoichi and Sae Itoshi, was matched against Switzerland's Young Boys in the first match. Many considered this an easy win for the Spanish side, but what unfolded on the pitch was beyond expectations.

From the very first whistle, Isagi made it clear that Re Al was on another level. Within 2 minutes, he had already stolen the ball in midfield using his Meta Vision, combined with his enhanced Predator Eye, to predict and intercept the opponent's pass.

His explosive Berserker Mode activated as he bypassed two defenders with a combination of speed and feints, culminating in a top-corner strike from outside the box.

1-0.

The Swiss side tried to regroup, but Isagi wasn't done. He shifted between roles effortlessly, dropping deep to initiate plays and surging forward to finish them. By halftime, Isagi had secured a hat-trick, with assists from Sae and the team's other midfielders.

Sae, finding his rhythm as a midfielder, delivered pinpoint passes that dissected Young Boys' defense. His skill as a playmaker shone as he recorded two assists and a spectacular long-range goal, silencing critics who once doubted his transition from striker to midfield.

The second half was no different. Isagi added two more goals to his tally, one a brilliant solo effort where he dribbled past three defenders and the goalkeeper with unmatched finesse.

Final Score: Re Al Madrid 7 - 0 Young Boys.

The soccer world erupted. Fans flooded social media with praise, dubbing Isagi as "the perfect striker." Scouts from top clubs couldn't ignore the display, though they knew Isagi wasn't leaving Re Al anytime soon.

Marc Snuffy, watching from the sidelines, chuckled. "He's getting even scarier," he muttered.

Ray Dark, seated among the dignitaries, smirked. "This is just the beginning."

Here are the first matches for all groups:

Group A: Re Al Madrid vs. Young Boys (7-0)

Group B: Bastard München vs. Celtic FC

Group C: Manshine City vs. Panathinaikos

Group D: Ubers vs. Sporting CP

Group E: FC Barcelona vs. Galatasaray

Group F: Arsenal vs. FC Copenhagen

Group G: Juventus vs. Slavia Prague

Group H: PXG vs. Rangers FC

As the JrCL officially kicked off, one thing was clear: this tournament was shaping up to be the ultimate proving ground for the next generation of soccer stars. Isagi Yoichi, already the world's Number Two striker, stood at the forefront, ready to conquer.