Giant Killing Vol. 48 (Kodansha, 2025)

In their first Asian Cup match against Kuwait, Team Japan deploys a side mostly consisting of players from their domestic league. This means national-team stalwarts like Alec, Kiryu, and even #10 Hanamori will start the tournament on the bench! What could Blanc be thinking? And will younger League Japan players like Kubota be able to make the most of this killer chance? Blanc's Team Japan is aiming for the stars as it fights against its opponents…but the fight within the team is proving just as hot!