Giant Killing Vol. 51 (Kodansha, 2025)

Ismail's free kick on goal lets the UAE score first against Japan, defending champions in the Asian Cup! Team Japan never expected to have to play catch-up this early on, and once the second half begins, they finally start to get more aggressive with their moves. The UAE, meanwhile, make full use of their killer home field advantage to dictate the pace of play. It's a battle between obstinate players, pensive managers, and two team aces willing to put it all on the line. Can Japan find a way out of this crisis?!