Chapter 2: Two Number Tens

Two Number Tens is the 2nd Chapter of the Be Blues! Manga series.

Basic Summary
As the chapter opens, Ryuu is having a dream about scoring a free kick as a Japanese representative. He is quickly woken up by Yuki who informs him that today, their team is entering the final tournament. Moreover, as they are on the bus, on their way to the match, Ryuu, Yuuto, Yuki and Tatsuhiko discuss about their latest opponent, the hubristic Takumi Sakuraba. Tatsuhiko describes how Sakuraba is short but has really good technique.

As they enter the venue, they see Sakuraba displaying his skill set. Sakuraba balances the ball on the back of his neck and quickly does an around the world. He approaches the Oume twins and quickly taunts them for their ploy in the last chapter to switch alias'.

The match commences, Sakuraba swiftly showcases his skill with a step over, passing Yuuto. As he goes to shoot, Ryuu decisively tries to kill his course but however falls victim to a nutmeg by Sakuraba; He successfully scores in the opening minutes. As the match resumes, Ryuu dribbles past one defender and shoots the ball into the back of the net. 1-1

Characters Introduced
Takumi Sakuraba