andre

Andre is an Italian player who plays as a forward for the elementary school team, Saint Angelus FC, and wears the number "10" jersey. He exclusively appears in the 1983 anime. Saint Angelus first came into prominence when the city's best team, Colosseus, sought to eject them from the public soccer field due to their perceived lack of soccer skills. In defense, Giovanni and Martino attempted to score goals but were easily thwarted by Colosseus' keeper. Then, in a moment reminiscent of Roberto's intervention in the Kids' Dream arc between Tsubasa and Wakabayashi, Misaki delivered a perfect center, enabling Andre to execute a diving header and score. This action enraged Colosseus' keeper, leading him to challenge Saint Angelus to a real match a week later. Impressed by Misaki's ball control and instinct, Elena, the team manager, insisted that Misaki serve as their temporary coach during his stay in Naples. Misaki rigorously trained the team daily, emphasizing Roberto's philosophy of being "Friends of the Ball." A week later, Saint Angelus faced Colosseus, gradually gaining confidence, especially Pietro, the goalkeeper, who initially feared the ball. At halftime, the score was 0-0, prompting Saint Angelus to focus on Andre, their most capable player to beat the formidable keeper. Pietro could not prevent Andre from scoring again, this time with a feint shot that deceived the keeper—a move that earned praise from Misaki, likening Andre to Tsubasa. In the final minutes, with Colosseus aiming for a tie, Misaki urged Saint Angelus to strive for victory, the goal they had worked towards all week. Pietro made a critical overlap and centered the ball into the penalty area. Giovanni, Martino, and Andre executed a teamwork header, scoring in the last moments and securing a 2-1 win against Colosseus, ensuring their right to the field.