The Football Legends System

The journey to Goodison Park always felt different. It wasn't the vast, grand stage of a Champions League final, but a gritty, historical ground, packed with passionate fans ready to make life difficult for any visiting team. Nathan, an Overall Rating: S+ player, carried the weight of that status lightly, but the thought of the new Legacy Archive category – "The Immortals and Record Breakers" – resonated deeply within him. It wasn't enough to be great; he wanted to be eternal.

He spent his time in the Legacy Archive, studying the relentless consistency of players like Pelé, the sheer volume of goals that defined their eras. It wasn't just individual skill; it was about the unwavering ability to perform at the highest level, game after game, season after season, to compile a legacy that no one could ever forget. He saw that true immortality came from consistent, decisive output.

During a routine shooting drill at Carrington, Nathan found himself consciously trying to place every shot with absolute precision, even the simple ones. He thought about the legends who always seemed to find the corner, no matter the angle or pressure. His Unrivaled Dribbling (from Glide of Messi (75%) mastery) made it easy to create space, but now it was about what he did with that space, consistently.

"You're making it look too easy, Nathan," Erik ten Hag called out, shaking his head with a grin after Nathan slotted five consecutive shots into the top corner. "Save some for the match, eh?"

Nathan just winked. "Always, boss."

He observed his teammates, knowing that consistent performance from everyone was key to their ongoing success.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka – Ability: A | Potential: A | Overall Rating: A-

His tackling is still world-class. Unbeatable in one-on-one defensive situations.

Alejandro Garnacho – Ability: A | Potential: S | Overall Rating: A-

Such raw talent and blistering pace. He's growing every game, learning from the best.

The next challenge: an away Premier League fixture against Everton. Their previous encounter at Old Trafford had been a tough 2-1 win, and Nathan knew Goodison Park would be an even harder test. Everton would be physical, direct, and fueled by their passionate home support.

Nathan used his "Talent Scout" on Everton's key players.

Jordan Pickford – Ability: A | Potential: A | Overall Rating: A-

Energetic keeper, good shot-stopper, and excellent distribution. Will try to play fast from the back.

Amadou Onana – Ability: A | Potential: A+ | Overall Rating: A-

Powerful box-to-box midfielder, strong in the tackle, good engine. Controls their midfield.

Dwight McNeil – Ability: A | Potential: A | Overall Rating: A-

Tricky winger, good crosses, always involved in their attacking plays.

"They'll be up for it," Erik ten Hag reiterated in the pre-match briefing. "Goodison is a difficult place to go. We need to match their physicality, but play our game. Don't get drawn into a dogfight."

Nathan nodded. Play their game. That meant using their skill, their control, and finding a way to consistently break down a stubborn defense.

The atmosphere at Goodison Park was raucous, a blur of blue and white noise. The old stadium vibrated with every chant, every whistle. It felt like walking into a historical battleground, where the history itself was cheering against you.

Pheeeeeep! The whistle blew, and the Premier League clash was underway.

Everton started exactly as predicted: high energy, aggressive pressing, and physical duels all over the pitch. They flooded the midfield, making it difficult for United to build play from the back. Nathan found himself constantly battling for space, every touch contested by the likes of Amadou Onana and Abdoulaye Doucouré.

United tried to assert their dominance, but Everton's defensive shape was compact, their players working tirelessly to deny any clear sight of goal. Nathan's Unrivaled Dribbling helped him escape tight situations, but getting into dangerous scoring positions was proving difficult.

Minute 25. Everton scored. A quick throw-in deep in United's half caught them off guard. Dwight McNeil received the ball, whipped in a low, dangerous cross that deflected off Harry Maguire. Dominic Calvert-Lewin, reacting quickest, tapped it into the net from close range.

Manchester United 0 - Everton 1.

Goodison Park erupted in a thunderous roar, a collective cheer of defiance. Nathan felt the familiar sting of falling behind, especially to a goal that felt somewhat lucky, a result of sheer relentless pressure. They needed to respond with consistent attacking output, to relentlessly pound at Everton's defense until it broke.

Just then, the familiar System chime cut through the air, sharp and clear.

Ding!

[System Notification]

[Your team needs to break through a resilient defense and establish a dominant scoring presence, characteristic of legendary record-breakers.]

[You may request one random legendary prolific scoring/assisting skill in the style of a football icon to generate relentless attacking output and consistently find the back of the net or provide decisive passes.]

[Do you wish to activate it?]

Nathan's eyes narrowed. Prolific scoring? Relentless attacking output? This was it. This was about turning the tide with sheer, overwhelming offensive quality. This was what the "Immortals and Record Breakers" did.

Yes! Activate!

Ding!

[Random Skill Activated: Relentless Output of Pelé]

[Effect: For the next 5 minutes of in-game time, your offensive instincts, ability to consistently find scoring positions, and the precision and power of your shots and final passes are significantly enhanced. You will be a constant, unstoppable threat in the final third.]

A surge of pure, attacking instinct coursed through Nathan. He felt a heightened awareness of every defender's weakness, every keeper's vulnerability. Every pass he made seemed to perfectly dissect the defense, every shot he took felt destined for the back of the net. He became a magnet for scoring opportunities, constantly finding himself in the right place at the right time, with the ability to turn half-chances into golden ones.

He immediately charged forward, demanding the ball. Casemiro won a tackle in midfield, the ball spilling to Nathan. He took one touch, then, with the Relentless Output of Pelé active, he spotted a tiny gap in Everton's defensive line, a space that hadn't existed moments before. He threaded a sublime through ball, a perfectly weighted pass that cut through three defenders and landed at the feet of Marcus Rashford, who had made a blistering run.

Rashford was in! He took one touch, then fired a powerful shot past Jordan Pickford.

GOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAL!!!!

The net bulged! Manchester United 1 - Everton 1! The small pocket of United fans erupted in a roar of joyous relief. Nathan screamed, pumping his fists, embracing Rashford. The Relentless Output of Pelé had instantly provided the attacking threat they needed.

For the next five minutes, Nathan was a whirlwind in the final third. He kept finding dangerous positions, creating chances for himself and his teammates with uncanny consistency. He unleashed a powerful shot from the edge of the box that forced a spectacular save from Pickford. He then played a quick one-two with Bruno Fernandes, the intricate passing opening up the defense.

The Relentless Output of Pelé faded, but it had done its job. United had asserted their dominance in attack.

Just before halftime, United took the lead. A brilliant run down the right wing by Diogo Dalot saw him deliver a pinpoint cross, and Harry Kane rose highest to head it powerfully past Pickford, making it 2-1.

The second half saw Everton push for an equalizer, their fans roaring them on, but United's defense, led by the commanding presence of Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane, held firm. David de Gea made a couple of crucial saves from long-range efforts by Amadou Onana.

Nathan continued to influence the game, even without the active skill. He made intelligent runs, created space for others, and linked play beautifully, constantly pushing his Glide of Messi (75%) mastery. He had several complex solo runs, trying to force the next milestone.

Ding!

[System Notification]

[Skill Mastery Progress: Glide of Messi (77%)]

[Next Mastery Milestone: 100% (Requires continuous, sustained application of unrivaled dribbling in every match scenario and the execution of truly impossible solo efforts).]

Getting closer to maxing it out, Nathan thought, a thrill running through him. Unrivaled Dribbling, permanently.

The final minutes of the match were tense. Everton threw everything forward, but United's defense held firm.

The final whistle blew.

MANCHESTER UNITED 2 - EVERTON 1!

The United players celebrated wildly, hugging each other, exhausted but ecstatic. A crucial away win secured, maintaining their strong start to the Premier League season.

In the jubilant changing room, Erik ten Hag was beaming. "Another tough away game, lads, another three points! Nathan, your offensive impact today was phenomenal! You turned the game around!"

Nathan, breathless but beaming, just grinned. "Just trying to make things happen, boss."

He checked his system.

[Overall Rating: S+]

Still S+. The Glide of Messi mastery was pushing towards its next milestone at 77%. And the Relentless Output of Pelé had given him an incredible taste of consistent attacking dominance.

As he walked out of Goodison Park, the defiant chants of the Everton faithful slowly fading, a new thought solidified in his mind. He was breaking records with his play, influencing games, and winning trophies. The "Immortals and Record Breakers" category felt more tangible than ever. But true immortality wasn't just about statistics; it was about the stories that were told, the moments that transcended the game. And he knew, with a thrilling certainty, that he wanted to create more of those moments, to truly etch his name into history.

Ding!

[Legacy Archive Update: New Category Unlocked - "The Iconic Moments Creators"]

[Description: Explore the exclusive moments of magic, the unforgettable goals, assists, and plays that defined careers and tournaments, becoming enshrined in football folklore and remembered across generations.]

Nathan's eyes widened. Iconic Moments Creators. This was the pinnacle of artistry and legacy combined.