In fact, it wasn't just Kumiko who thought that, but Higo himself was also in the same boat. He still regretted the fact that he wouldn't be able to come later since the team had already used the two substitutions bonus for the extra time, but right now, jealousy had no place in the team.
"Oi, Big Zee, we are getting closer to the shootout, so tell me honestly, are you ready for that?" He stared at the boy's eyes intently. "I know that facing a penalty is not your best skill, but we will need you at your best for later. Do you need anything else to help you?"
