Tsubasa Ōzora, born July 28, is a football prodigy driven by his ambition to secure the FIFA World Cup for Japan. His bond with the sport began in infancy, marked by a defining moment when a football miraculously cushioned his fall during a truck accident, solidifying his conviction that “the ball is my friend.” Relocating to Nankatsu City in Shizuoka Prefecture, he crossed paths with pivotal figures: Genzo Wakabayashi, a formidable rival goalkeeper, and Roberto Hongo, a former Brazilian star who mentored him, refining his skills and inspiring techniques like the Drive Shot and Overhead Kick. In elementary school, Tsubasa forged the “Golden Combi” partnership with Taro Misaki, their synergy propelling Nankatsu to national championships. He clashed with rivals Kojiro Hyuga and Jun Misugi, overcoming challenges such as Misugi’s concealed heart condition during a tense match against Musashi FC. Injuries, including a dislocated shoulder in middle school, tested his resolve, spurring innovations like the Miracle Drive Shot. Dominating youth tournaments led Tsubasa to Brazil under Roberto’s guidance, joining São Paulo FC’s youth team. There, he rivaled Carlos Santana, honed his craft, and captained the team to a Rio Cup victory. Returning to Japan, he spearheaded the national youth team’s World Youth Championship triumph, netting a hat-trick against Brazil in the final. Post-victory, he married longtime supporter Sanae Nakazawa and transitioned to Spain’s FC Barcelona. Initial struggles in Europe saw him briefly demoted to Barcelona B, but a blistering record of 12 goals and 11 assists in three matches swiftly reclaimed his main-team spot. Later chapters chronicled his evolution: mastering techniques like the Cyclone and Neo Cyclone shots, competing in Serie A with Lecce amid tactical traditions favoring local players, and leading Olympic qualifiers. He faced prodigious rivals like Natureza—another Roberto protégé—while navigating elite football’s pressures. Central to his journey are enduring bonds, including his camaraderie with Misaki and rivalry-turned-respect with Hyuga. Despite global acclaim, Tsubasa remains anchored in collective triumph, relentlessly pursuing Japan’s World Cup dream through strategic ingenuity, unyielding determination, and a leadership style that unites teammates and adversaries alike.