Olivier Atton, originally named Tsubasa Ozora, is a football prodigy whose existence centers entirely on the sport. His Tokyo childhood was defined by isolation in a baseball-centric culture, leaving him friendless except for Yayoi Aoba. A pivotal truck accident saw his football cushion the impact, sparing him injury and forging an unbreakable bond with the ball. After his grandmother's death, his family relocated to Shizuoka to nurture his talent, leading to his enrollment at Nankatsu Elementary School.
There, he clashed with key rivals like elite goalkeeper Genzo Wakabayashi, their street duel showcasing his technique and sparking a rivalry that matured into friendship. Under former Brazilian international Roberto Hongo, he mastered fundamentals and advanced techniques such as the Overhead Kick. His synergy with Taro Misaki birthed the legendary "Golden Combi" partnership. As Nankatsu SC captain, he secured multiple national titles, overcoming injuries and emotional hurdles like his initial reluctance to challenge Jun Misugi due to the latter's heart condition.
His near-flawless ball control and ability to dissect and evolve opponents' moves birthed signature techniques like the Drive Shoot and Skywing Shoot. Primarily an attacking midfielder, he adapts seamlessly to any outfield role. His philosophy—"The ball is my friend"—fuels relentless self-improvement and respect for the game, while his vision of football as a global unifier inspires teammates and turns rivals into allies.
Post-middle school, he moved to Brazil, joining São Paulo's youth then senior teams. Subsequent transfers took him to Spain’s FC Barcelona, where he played for both reserves and first team, achieving prominence in La Liga and the Champions League. Simultaneously, he represented Japan from U-15 to senior levels, captaining squads in the World Youth Championship and Olympics, always targeting World Cup victory for Japan.
Sanae Nakazawa remained a constant since elementary days. Their bond evolved from friendship to marriage, with Sanae conceiving during his Barcelona tenure. Though initially oblivious to her feelings due to football obsession, he reciprocated her affection. His ship-captain father was often absent, but mentors like Roberto filled paternal roles.
Physical milestones track his growth: elementary (145 cm, 39 kg), middle school (167 cm, 55 kg), adulthood (175 cm, 64 kg). Statistical records reflect high win ratios and decisive goal contributions for clubs like Nankatsu, São Paulo, and Barcelona, plus Japanese national teams.
Later career challenges included facing adversaries like Natureza and enduring rare defeats such as Barcelona’s 4-1 loss to Real Madrid. These setbacks only intensified his relentless evolution. His legacy endures through sportsmanship, leadership, and an undying pursuit of football excellence.