Chapter 226 Coronation ceremony
The shiny trophy glimmered in the spotlights, captivating the hearts of every player and fans present in the stadium.
It's platinum luster shone like a beacon of success, a testament to years of hardwork and dedication of the players who were competing for this trophy.
And as the staff members carried that shiny trophy which was reflecting its light everywhere, sea of fans present in the stand roared even more euphorically as they sang their hearts out.
"Champions, champions, We are the champions"
"We are the champions"
Right now, the stadium was pulsing with energy and the air around the stadium was thick with excitement and joy.
Witnessing the shiny trophy which could have been theirs if they had won the match, most players of Sagan Tosu were contorting their face in frustration and regret.
The feeling of so close yet so far was gnawing upon them.
Some were even on the verge of tearing while some were pursing their lips trying to hold back themselves.
Steams of sweat was oozing out of their body while they were making their way towards the organiser to receive their medal.
While coming of the stage after receiving their medal, each and every single one of them were pitifully glancing at the trophy.
Players of Kawasaki on the other hand were brimming with joy and excitement as they awaited to lift that shiny trophy which was being displayed at the moment.
Most of the cameras present in the stadium were focused on them right now, recording each and every minute detail.
Be it their facial expression or their reaction, their every action were being recorded and closely observed right now.
Yet after getting so much attention, most of them weren't paying any attention to their attire or appearance.
Although their jerseys were smeared with dirt and although their faces were looking rather dirty right now, most of them didn't care.
Their eyes were only focused at that shiny trophy which was displayed infront of them right now.
Artistically sculpted, the trophy infront of their eyes was the most beautiful thing that was infront of their sight right now.
It was like apple to their eyes.
After handing out the medals to the players and staff members of Sagan Tosu U-18, it was now their turn to receive the medal.
And as they ascended the stage one by one to receive their golden medal, their already lit faces illuminated even more brightly.
One by one as they received their medals, they walked towards the spot where the trophy was erected.
Staring and feeling the texture of the trophy, their eyes sparkled with a mixture of pride, ecstasy and pure bliss.
However they still couldn't lift the trophy as they had to wait for their captain.
Finally as everybody received their medal, it was Hiro's turn to receive the medal. Being the captain of the team, he was the last one to ascend the stage.
Slowly making his way to the stage where the president of JFA was distributing the medal, he shook hands with every great personalities who were present in the stage before making his way towards the president.
"Well played"
"Good game"
"You have a bright future ahead"
Receiving compliments as he shook hands with celebrities who were lined in the stage, Hiro slowly made his way to the president.
Finally as he reached the spot where the president was standing while holding the medal in his hands, Hiro first bowed his head to show him respect.
After that he shook hands with the president.
"You played really well out there" complimented the president.
His hair a mixture of black and grey and his face wrinkled, currently he was carrying a huge smile on his face.
"Thank you sir" bowed Hiro as he accepted his compliments and medal at the same time.
After receiving his medal, Hiro then walked towards the spot where the trophy was erected.
Glancing at the trophy his eyes gleamed as he began to have flashbacks of the suffering they endured, the joy of the victories, gruelling training sessions and every precious moment they accumulated on their journey to this moment.
Slowly he then wrapped his arms around the trophy. The trophy felt so cold yet so warm at the same time.
At first while lifting the trophy from it's spot, his hands trembled from the sheer magnitude of the moment. But slowly his grip became firm as he walked towards the direction where his teammates were gathered, awaiting for his arrival.
Everybody's eyes were filled with anticipation and joy as they awaited for Hiro. The golden medal hung around their neck was glistening under the radiant of the lights.
Holding the shiny trophy in his hands, Hiro stepped forward while carrying a contagious smile on his face.
One by one, the players made way for Hiro.
Till now the crowd continued to cheer. However the moment Hiro positioned himself in the middle of the crowd of players, suddenly almost the entire stadium turned silent as everybody shut their mouth.
For a moment, everything froze as the stadium turned into a paused video.
But then again as Hiro slowly started to raise the trophy, everybody started making anticipating noises making the moment even more grand, "oooohhhhhhhh!!"
Hiro's hands shook along with the trophy as he continued to instigate the anticipation of the crowd and players.
Finally he raised the trophy high above his head as he jumped on his toes flinging the trophy.
"Woooooooooaaaaaahhhh!!!"
"Yeeeeeeaaaaahhhhhhh!!!"
Collective roars errupted from the stands as the grinning supporters echoed the players jubilation.
Bam!! Boom!!
At the same time as Hiro lifted the trophy, numerous colourful papers burst forth upon them like fireworks making their celebration even more grand.
Be it the players, the coaches or the fans, everybody indulged themselves in this joyous moment.
Tears welled up in the eyes of manager Makoto as he witnessed his players lift the trophy. Pride and joy radiated from his face and his voice was momentarily lost amidst the uproar.
This moment right now, transcended the confines of the stadium, seeping into the hearts and souls of each an every person who witnessed it.
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