Yellow Card: A MM Soccer Romance (Open Goal Series Book 1)

On the pitch, Elias Thorne is a force of nature, a star midfielder known for his precision and intensity. Off the pitch, he is a man keeping his true self under wraps, terrified that his fluid desires might jeopardize the career he has sacrificed everything to build. When a heated confrontation during a high-stakes match leads to a mandatory suspension, Elias finds himself forced into a disciplinary training program overseen by Julian Vane, a former league legend turned coach with a reputation for being as uncompromising as he is enigmatic. What begins as a clash of egos and a battle of wills quickly shifts into something far more dangerous. Julian sees through the defensive walls Elias has spent years erecting, and the spark between them is immediate, volatile, and impossible to ignore. As they navigate the high-pressure world of professional soccer, they must decide if their connection is worth the risk of public scrutiny and potential career suicide. This is a story about finding the courage to be seen, the thrill of an unexpected connection, and the realization that the most important goals are the ones we score with our hearts. Prepare for a passionate, slow-burn journey where love is the ultimate game-changer.