_-(AFTER 3 YEARS)-_
The roar of the crowd in the Santiago Bernabéu, the iconic stage for the 2030 FIFA World Cup Final, was a symphony Nathan had come to know intimately. 3 years had passed since that record-breaking season, a whirlwind of trophies, personal accolades, and a continuous redefining of what it meant to be a footballer. His Overall Rating: S+ was no longer a personal ambition; it was a universally acknowledged truth, whispered by fans, studied by analysts, and confirmed by the shimmer of his Legacy Archive.
Over these six years, Nathan had solidified his place as an "Era-Defining Icon." Manchester United had claimed five Premier League titles, three more Champions League crowns, three FA Cups, and four League Cups under his unwavering influence. He had personally lifted the Ballon d'Or five times, collected countless Golden Boots and Playmaker awards, his name synonymous with sustained, comprehensive brilliance.
His career statistics were almost mythical:
