さよならフットボール [Sayonara Football] #1

The cover of this first volume from Kōdansha sets the tone perfectly: a spirited young girl in a school uniform leaps dynamically, soccer ball in tow, her red scarf and blue gloves adding a burst of color to the action-packed composition. Creator 新川直司 (Arakawa Naoshi) introduces what promises to be a heartfelt sports story centered on a girl determined to make her mark on the football pitch. With the tagline "She is a cute footballer!" and the energy practically jumping off the page, this opening volume looks like an irresistible blend of passion, school life, and the beautiful game.