Bab 82 – The Eyes in the Crowd
The morning sun glowed faintly over Porto as Jota tied his boots on the bench, the tension in his chest a mix of nerves and excitement. Today wasn't just another training session—today was his first official match with the FC Porto Youth Team.
The locker room buzzed with chatter. Some boys bragged about their families coming to watch; others stretched silently, lost in thought. Jota kept his focus. His fingers tightened the laces once more, not for luck—but for promise.
Coach Rui entered, his whistle hanging from his neck. "Listen up! This isn't a game for showing off—it's about control, discipline, and teamwork. But," he paused, eyes landing on Jota, "when you see your moment, take it."
Jota nodded once, his heartbeat quickening.
