World football system-Chapter 62: The Reign Begins

Date: August 4, 2028

Location: Emirates Stadium, London

Event: Community Shield – Arsenal vs Manchester City

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A New Season Dawns

The banners of a new campaign hung high across the Emirates. A summer of celebrations was over. The dust of Europe had settled.

And now, a new reign had to be defended.

Tobi Oliveira stepped into the changing room wearing the number 21 jersey with a quiet fire in his chest.

> System Log: Volume 3 Activated – The Reign of the Maestro

Buff: Champion’s Aura – Leadership +2, Morale Influence +3

He looked around the room. New players had arrived. Old ones remained. The squad was stronger, but so were expectations.

Arteta clapped his hands. "Everyone’s hunting us now. Let’s make sure they never catch us."

Tobi tied his boots tighter.

The reign began now.

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Starting XI – Arsenal

Formation: 4-3-3

Ramsdale

Tomiyasu – Saliba – Gabriel – Zinchenko

Rice – Ødegaard – Tobi

Saka – Jesus – Martinelli

Starting XI – Manchester City

Ederson

Walker – Dias – Gvardiol – Ake

Rodri – De Bruyne – Kovacic

Bernardo – Haaland – Foden

The tunnel was quiet. Until Haaland turned to Tobi.

"Ready to lose?"

Tobi smirked. "Not today."

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Kick-Off

From the start, the pace was brutal.

City pressed high. Arsenal responded with quick combinations.

Minute 8:

De Bruyne found Foden. Cross to Haaland—

Saved by Ramsdale.

Minute 12:

Tobi intercepted a pass, skipped past Rodri, and slipped in Jesus.

Shot—

Off the post.

> System Notice: Match Sharpness +1

Match Rating: 7.1

Minute 23:

Zinchenko fed Tobi in midfield. He turned, spotted Saka, and sent a through ball.

Saka’s shot—

GOAL!

Arsenal 1 – 0 Manchester City

The Emirates erupted.

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Midfield Mayhem

Minute 33:

De Bruyne pushed forward. Passed to Bernardo. Quick return. Tobi tracked the run.

Sliding tackle—clean.

Cheers rained from the stands.

Minute 40:

Tobi’s quick feet outmaneuvered Kovacic. He passed wide, then burst forward.

Martinelli crossed—

Jesus headed—

GOAL! Arsenal 2 – 0 City

Ødegaard hugged Tobi.

"You’re painting the pitch with magic."

> System Notice: Key Pass +2, Match Rating 8.2

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Halftime

Arteta was calm but sharp.

"Keep your shape. They’re going to come fast. Tobi, control the rhythm."

He nodded. Heart steady. Fingers twitching.

Let them come.

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Second Half

Minute 51:

Bernardo fed Haaland in the box.

Shot—

Blocked by Saliba.

Rebound—Foden volleyed—

GOAL. Arsenal 2 – 1 City

Minute 64:

Tobi surged forward. Quick exchange with Ødegaard.

Outside-the-foot pass to Saka. Saka backheeled it—

Tobi struck low—

GOAL!

Arsenal 3 – 1 City

> System Log: Goal Scored

Trait Progress: Midfield Conductor – 80%

Match Rating: 8.9

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Closing the Game

City pushed hard.

De Bruyne nearly scored in the 78th. Ramsdale saved it.

Dias headed one just over in the 85th.

Tobi helped slow the pace. Dropping deep. Dictating possession.

Every touch now was calculated. Clinical.

Final whistle.

FULL TIME: Arsenal 3 – 1 Manchester City

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Trophy Ceremony

Community Shield lifted. Another title.

Tobi kissed the medal, then pointed it toward the stands where Emilia and Leonor cheered wildly.

He whispered, "One down."

> System Notice: Community Shield – WINNER

Bonus XP Applied

Updated Objectives: Super Cup + EPL Defense

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A Night to Remember

Later that evening, Tobi and Emilia walked hand-in-hand along the South Bank, city lights shimmering on the Thames.

She stopped, brushing his hair back gently. "You were incredible out there. I’ve never been prouder."

He pulled her close. "I’m glad you’re here. I wouldn’t want to win without you."

They kissed slowly, deeply, as a breeze swept across the water.

> System Notice: Emotional Bond Deepened

Trait Evolved: Relationship Stability → Romantic Anchor

Buff: Mental Resilience +2, Off-Pitch Happiness +3

They ended the night curled up together on the couch, laughter echoing in the dim glow of the city outside.

Date: August 14, 2028

Location: National Arena, Bucharest, Romania

Event: UEFA Super Cup – Arsenal vs Sevilla

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The Stage

The UEFA Super Cup wasn’t just a trophy—it was the next step in Arsenal’s growing dynasty.

Tobi Oliveira stood under the tunnel lights at the National Arena, his heart thudding as fans from both clubs roared across the stands. He tugged at his sleeves, already feeling the weight of expectation.

> System Log: UEFA Super Cup Objective Engaged

Rewards: Title Bonus, Trait Unlock – "Continental Controller"

Standing across from him, the Sevilla squad looked hungry. This was their competition. But Tobi? He had come to steal the crown.

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Arsenal Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Ramsdale

White – Saliba – Gabriel – Zinchenko

Rice – Tobi

Saka – Ødegaard – Martinelli

Jesus

Sevilla Starting XI

Bono

Navas – Badé – Gudelj – Acuña

Sow – Rakitic

Lamela – Óliver Torres – Ocampos

En-Nesyri

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First Half – Fire and Control

Minute 4:

Sevilla started strong. Rakitic controlled the middle, pinging passes left and right. Tobi shadowed him, studying every move.

Minute 11:

Martinelli darted down the flank. Cross whipped into the box. Jesus got a head on it—

Saved by Bono.

Minute 18:

Tobi anticipated a loose ball near midfield, slipped past Sow, and chipped a perfect through ball to Saka.

Saka curled it—

GOAL!

Arsenal 1 – 0 Sevilla

> System Notice: Assist Recorded

Match Rating: 7.8

Trait Progress: Continental Controller – 24%

Minute 27:

En-Nesyri broke through after a defensive lapse.

Shot—

GOAL.

Arsenal 1 – 1 Sevilla

Tobi clenched his fists. This wasn’t going to be easy.

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Tactical Shift

Arteta shouted from the touchline, signaling for a switch. Tobi dropped deeper to control tempo.

Minute 37:

Quick one-two with Ødegaard. Tobi danced through midfield traffic and slid a ball through three defenders.

Jesus took it—chip shot—

GOAL!

Arsenal 2 – 1 Sevilla

Ødegaard tapped Tobi’s shoulder. "You see the game like it’s slowed down."

> System Trait Progress: Vision +1, Passing +1

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Second Half – The Battle Intensifies

Minute 50–65:

Sevilla threw everything forward. Ocampos rattled the post. Rakitic forced a diving save from Ramsdale. Tobi tracked back, intercepting passes, regaining control.

Minute 72:

Counterattack. Saka to Tobi, who sprinted 30 yards up the center, drawing three defenders. With perfect timing, he fed Ødegaard on the right.

Ødegaard’s shot—

GOAL!

Arsenal 3 – 1 Sevilla

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Closing Moments

Fatigue set in. Tobi’s legs burned, sweat soaking through his kit. But he didn’t stop.

Minute 89:

He picked off a stray Sevilla pass, sprinted the final stretch, and held the ball at the corner to run down the clock.

Final whistle.

FULL TIME: Arsenal 3 – 1 Sevilla

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Trophy Lift

The Arsenal squad gathered under the lights. Fireworks boomed.

Tobi stepped up alongside Ødegaard and Rice to lift the Super Cup.

> System Achievement: UEFA Super Cup – Winner

Unlock: Trait – Continental Controller

Bonus: Passing Under Pressure +2, Awareness +3

He spotted Emilia in the crowd, blowing a kiss. Leonor screamed his name while holding a sign: "EUROPE OWNS #21"

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A Private Moment

Later, back in the hotel room, Emilia ran her fingers through his hair.

"You don’t stop," she whispered.

Tobi kissed her collarbone. "I can’t afford to. Not until I’ve done it all."

She leaned in, her voice low. "Then I’m staying for every game, every trophy. And every night."

> System Notice: Relationship Tier – Deepened

Buff: Focus Regeneration +1, Confidence Surge +2

Date: August 19, 2028

Location: Emirates Stadium, London

Event: Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – Premier League Matchday 1

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A New League, A New Standard

The echoes of the Super Cup win still lingered in the hallways of the Emirates, but Arteta had already moved on.

"That was the appetizer," he said in the pre-match briefing. "This is the feast."

The Premier League season was back.

Tobi Oliveira knew that the margins would be thinner. The pace quicker. And every team they faced would be gunning for them.

> System Log: Premier League Campaign Initiated

Key Objectives: Win League Title, Contribute 20+ G/A, Develop Chemistry with Top 6 Opponents

Bonus Traits Available

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Team Sheet – Arsenal

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Ramsdale

White – Saliba – Gabriel – Zinchenko

Rice – Tobi

Saka – Ødegaard – Martinelli

Jesus

Opponent – Wolverhampton Wanderers

A team known for resilience and a strong counterattack. Tobi studied their patterns on the team iPad while stretching.

"They trap high and cut passing lanes," said Ødegaard beside him. "You’ll need to time your releases perfectly."

Tobi nodded. "Let’s set the tempo."

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Kick-Off

The match began with urgency.

Minute 5:

Rice dispossessed Nunes in midfield and passed quickly to Tobi.

With a flick, Tobi turned, evaded João Gomes, and sprayed a 40-yard diagonal to Martinelli.

Martinelli’s shot—

GOAL!

Arsenal 1 – 0 Wolves

The Emirates exploded. Tobi pointed toward the camera.

> System Notice: Assist Logged

Match Rating: 7.5

Minute 18:

Wolves fought back. Neto’s cross nearly found Matheus Cunha, but Saliba cleared it at the last second.

Tobi stayed composed. He dropped deeper to help Rice manage the tempo, slowing down Wolves’ rhythm.

Minute 33:

Quick combination with Ødegaard. Then with Jesus.

Tobi cut inside, feinted left, and curled a shot from 22 yards—

GOAL!

Arsenal 2 – 0 Wolves

> System Update: Goal Scored

Premier League Debut Goal Bonus Activated

Match Rating: 8.4

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Second Half

Wolves came out pressing. Tobi’s composure was tested.

Minute 56:

Tobi intercepted a pass, dodged two tackles, and drew a foul just outside the box. Ødegaard took the free-kick—

Off the crossbar!

Minute 68:

Counterattack. Wolves pulled one back via Pedro Neto.

Arsenal 2 – 1 Wolves

Minute 79:

Tobi initiated a brilliant move—slipping past João Gomes with a dragback, then nutmegging Lemina.

Passed to Ødegaard → through ball to Saka → cutback to Tobi → shot—

GOAL!

Arsenal 3 – 1 Wolves

The Emirates stood and applauded. A standing ovation.

> System Update: Brace Registered

Match Rating: 9.1

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Full Time

Final Score: Arsenal 3 – 1 Wolves

Arteta patted Tobi on the back. "Welcome to the real war. And you just fired the first shot."

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Off the Pitch – The Balcony

That night, Emilia joined Tobi on the rooftop terrace of their apartment. London sparkled below.

She curled beside him, her fingers tracing the Arsenal crest on his shirt.

"You were unbelievable today. The whole stadium knew it."

He smiled. "It’s just one game."

She leaned in. "But it’s our beginning."

He looked into her eyes, soft and shining under the moonlight. "You’re the only one I want watching from the stands. Always."

They kissed, slow and deep.

> System Notice: Romance Arc – Chapter 1 of 10 Progression Unlocked

Bonus Trait Pending: Emotional Anchor – Enhanced Recovery and Focus during High-Stakes Matches

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