It was already a week since the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

A week since the football world trembled.

A week since Sam almost singlehandedly sank a nation at an epic FIFA World Cup final clash.

A week later, the football world still trembled.

Samuel Moses, the 20 year old Nigerian phenomenon, had carried his nation to an unprecedented World Cup final, scoring a hat trick in the ultimate battle and earning both the Golden Boot and Golden Ball awards. 

Though it ended in heartbreak, Sam’s name was etched into eternity as the greatest African player the world had ever seen… at just 20.

But this was no overnight miracle.

From the dusty streets of Abraka, Nigeria, where barefoot dreams chased deflated balls, to dazzling crowds at Enyimba FC, to shocking England, going on a generational run with Fulham FC. All of it was documented in history.

Then came FC Barcelona… where he became a legend in just his debut season. Alongside these club triumphs were his exploits for country.

Yet… this is just the beginning.

This is the sequel to Rise of a Football God.

It follows Sam as he returns home for the first time since becoming a global icon, wrestling with fame, destiny, and the colossal pressure of being called “the savior of African football”.

With every match, every record shattered, every rival silenced, he forges a path toward the pantheon of immortals.

But greatness demands sacrifice. 

Legends are not born, they are forged in fire. And for Samuel Moses, the journey to becoming the Football God had only just begun. 

[“It’s time to forge a legacy.”]

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[NOTE: For those that are curious, yes, the system still plays a role in his development, but it’s no longer as prominent as when it helped him build his foundation. Now, Sam is already established, so expect less system interaction.]

After La Liga action came the Copa del Rey quarterfinals.


The Copa del Rey, also known as the King's Cup.


It wasn't Europe, it wasn't the grandeur of La Liga, but in Spain, this tournament carried fire in its veins. It was the cup of surprises, the graveyard of complacent giants, and the proving ground of legends.


Now, with the quarterfinals upon them, the question was whispered across every tavern and shouted in every press conference:


Would Barcelona and Madrid march on, or would the cup demand blood?


Villarreal would take on FC Barcelona at La Cerámica, a tight, feverish ground that rattled with yellow fury.


As for Real Madrid, it was another home game for them as they would welcome Real Betis at the Bernabeu, reigniting a clash of historic Andalusian flair against the empire of white.


So long as FC Barcelona and Real Madrid were involved, Spanish media snapped like ravenous Hawks as they feasted on it instantly.


Chapter 111 - The quarterfinal storm