Captain Tsubasa
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Captain Tsubasa
Soccer fan Tsubasa skips helping his mom with their move to explore his new city, where he has a fateful encounter with a talented goalkeeper.
While impressed by Tsubasa's incredible kick, Wakabayashi will only accept the challenge if Tsubasa can beat the entire Shutetsu Elementary B team.
Roberto Hongo, a former national soccer player for Brazil, moves in with Tsubasa's family and becomes the new soccer coach at Nankatsu Elementary.
After winning his first team match, Tsubasa settles into his new life. Meanwhile, Tsubasa's mother discovers a shocking secret about Roberto.
Hearing that Shutetsu is having a practice match, Tsubasa and the Nankatsu team eagerly attend to learn more about their upcoming opponents.
The athletic showdown between Nankatsu and Shutetsu begins! Can Tsubasa and the soccer team lead their school to victory in the inter-school competition?
Nankatsu's surprising strategy of placing striker Tsubasa in defense, along with Ishizaki's standout plays, make it hard for Shutetsu to score.
The second half begins with Shutetsu taking the lead, but even with Tsubasa's impressive tactical awareness, Nankatsu struggles to find an opening.
Wakabayashi's powerful shot puts Shutetsu in the lead. With less than five minutes left in overtime, can Nankatsu score one more goal to equalize?
Tsubasa and his teammates play against members of Shutetsu to earn spots on the newly formed Nankatsu SC — but a mysterious boy interrupts their match.
Nankatsu faces Shimada Elementary, known for weak scoring power, in the semifinals but is caught off guard when their opponent scores first.
It's time for the prefectural finals! With Wakabayashi back on the field, Nankatsu takes on Shimizu Elementary, a team known for its solid defense.
After defeating Shimizu with a hat trick, Nankatsu is off to the nationals! As the team reflects on their performance, Wakabayashi has shocking news.
The nationals kick off! All eyes are on the showdown between Meiwa FC and Nankatsu. Determined to defeat Hyuga, Tsubasa charges forward on the field.
With Morisaki back in form, Nankatsu launches a counterattack. Misaki and Tsubasa shine with seamless teamwork, but will it be enough to win?
To reach the playoffs, Nankatsu must finish top two in their group, requiring a win over Hanawa SS. Misaki and Tsubasa must defeat the Tachibana twins.
Pressure mounts as the Tachibana brothers tie the score and the Nankatsu team loses the ball. But in the final moment, someone steps up to turn the tide.
It's all or nothing — Nankatsu must win against Namba FC or face elimination, but their opponent's impenetrable defense poses a huge challenge.
Meiwa FC takes on Furano Elementary in the first match of the semifinals. While Hyuga showcases powerful solo plays, Matsuyama isn't backing down either.
In the next semi-final match, Nankatsu faces the undefeated Musashi FC. Can Tsubasa's team break through their opponent's precise and fluid playstyle?
As Misugi launches repeated offside traps, jumping volleys and even an overhead kick, Tsubasa is overwhelmed by the difference in skill and leadership.
With two minutes left, Nankatsu struggles to equalize. Misaki, who will soon transfer schools, is determined not to let this be his last match.
Nankatsu faces Meiwa in the national finals. Tsubasa and Misaki contend with a skilled, mysterious goalie, while Hyuga challenges Wakabayashi.
With Nankatsu up by one point in the second half, Meiwa shifts to an all-out team effort to win. Hyuga receives a perfect pass and prepares to shoot.
Despite the pain, Misaki tries his best to pass the ball to Tsubasa, who charges forward in a counterattack. Can he break the tie and score?
The match continues under the blazing sun as Nankatsu and Meiwa go on the offensive. The goalies Wakashimazu and Wakabayashi are pushed to their limits.
The final match reaches its climax as the second overtime begins. Nankatsu withstands Meiwa's fierce attacks, but later, Misaki's injury flares up.
Tsubasa looks forward to his upcoming trip to Brazil, but soon learns that Roberto has left. Meanwhile, Hyuga receives a visit from a Toho Academy scout.
Three years later, Tsubasa's team enters their final middle school summer tournament. Can they secure a third consecutive national championship win?
With a spot at the middle school nationals on the line, Tsubasa's team faces their former Nankatsu SC teammates in the prefectural finals.
As Otomo Middle falls behind Nankatsu Middle in the first half, Nitta gets fired up and attempts an advanced technique he's never practiced before.
The match intensifies as the Otomo players try to create more openings for Nitta to score. Meanwhile, Hyuga and Misugi face off in the Tokyo qualifiers.
Trailing by three points early on, Musashi Middle brings in their ace, Misugi, earlier than planned, but even he struggles against Toho Academy's goalie.
Tsubasa practices Portuguese when he receives a letter from Wakabayashi with important news. Meanwhile, Hyuga reflects on his lackluster performance.
It's Nankatsu Middle vs. Azuma Middle in the opening nationals game. Hayata's relentless marking makes it hard for Tsubasa's team to attack.
The match reaches a stalemate as both teams struggle to find a chance to score. Will they head into a penalty shootout, or can Nankatsu turn the tables?
At the Saitama World Stadium, Hanawa Middle and Nankatsu Middle play their respective matches, hoping to face each other in the next stage.
Shaken by their opponent's catapult shot, Nankatsu quickly deploys a defensive strategy. But will it work against the new player Hanawa sends out?
Realizing how tough it is to find an opening in Hanawa's strong defense, Tsubasa makes a decisive move with only five minutes left on the clock.
The quarter-finals are underway! While Toho Academy crushes their opponents, Furano Middle has an unusually tough time against underdog Minamiuwa.
Nankatsu Middle battles Hirado Middle for the last semifinal spot. Tsubasa's team faces giant defender Jito and his team's excellent combination play.
Nankatsu is in a dire situation after conceding three goals in the first half. Tsubasa tries to turn the game around with his unfinished Drive Shot.
The first semifinal match heats up as Toho Academy struggles to score against opponent Meiwa Higashi Middle, which knows their strategies inside out.
Nankatsu Middle and Furano Middle compete for the last spot in the finals, with an intense showdown between midfielders Matsuyama and Tsubasa.
As the final whistle approaches, Nankatsu tries to hold on to their lead while Furano launches one last assault.
Desperate to play in the final game, Hyuga swallows his pride and pleads with his coach, who will only allow his return under a certain condition.
The final match opens with an explosive shot from Hyuga, leaving the Nankatsu team momentarily shaken. Ishizaki's encouragement rallies the team.
A crisis hits the Nankatsu team as Tsubasa is unable to execute his Drive Shot. Meanwhile, Toho must deal with their goalie's old injury.
Tsubasa is forced to temporarily leave the field due to his worsening leg injury. Hyuga takes this opportunity to widen the gap between both teams.
The scoreboard now shows a 3-3 tie. Feeling the pressure, Hyuga loses his temper and grabs the towering defender Takasugi.
Now in overtime, Tsubasa pushes past his painful injuries and is determined to take this team to victory — but first, he must get past Hyuga.
Hyuga struggles against Tsubasa's relentless defense. Will Toho claim their first championship, or will Nankatsu continue their winning streak?
Unable to join the Japan Junior Youth training camp due to his injury, Tsubasa reflects on his journey. Meanwhile, Hyuga seizes the opportunity to shine.
The lineup for the upcoming European tour is announced, and Hyuga is named captain. Later, the team travels to Germany for a practice match.
While Wakabayashi delivers an impressive and solid defense during the practice match, Team Japan quickly falls behind under Schneider's fierce attacks.
Having experienced Europe's crushing strength firsthand, Team Japan vows to start fresh and trains tirelessly to improve before the tournament begins.
After receiving an invitation to join the Japan Junior Youth team, Taro Misaki visits the French team to test his skills and challenge himself.
Tsubasa is back on the field! Japan dominates Munich in the first half of their practice match, but can they hold their lead with an injured goalie?
With three days until the International Junior Youth Tournament, Tsubasa and the Japan team arrive in Paris, where he reunites with an old teammate.
At the tournament's opening ceremony, Misaki reminisces about his days in Japan. Later, his estranged mother unexpectedly appears and asks to meet.
Japan's first match is against Italy, which declined a practice match. Can Tsubasa break through their relentless marking and get past them?
Italy's goalie, Hernandez, makes a series of impressive saves, forcing Japan to attack in the second half. Later, the coach tells Misaki to warm up.
With both teams tied, Italy adopts a defensive play style in hopes of reaching a draw. But with one minute left, Tsubasa takes a gamble.
The stadium buzzes with excitement as host country France faces England. Can the French team secure their first win, or will they succumb to the pressure?
At a soccer stadium in a Paris suburb, former Brazilian national player Roberto Hongo recalls being captivated by Tsubasa's incredible skills.
Japan faces Argentina, aiming for a spot in the final tournament matchup. However, Tsubasa gets distracted after learning that his long-lost mentor is present.
After Diaz scores a hat-trick against them, the Japan team launches a counterattack with Tsubasa and Hyuga leading the charge.
Japan intensifies its attack, as the team cannot advance to the finals with a tie. Feeling cornered, Argentinian player Diaz loses his composure.
Hoping to break the tie, Japan brings Jun Misugi onto the field. Can he replicate his overwhelming power on the world stage?
Thanks to Misugi's overhead kick, Japan takes the lead for the first time. With less than two minutes on the clock, Argentina launches an all-out attack.
The first final match kicks off with a blistering start as Uruguay and Germany trade early goals. Who will win this showdown between ace strikers?
Thanks to brilliant teamwork, Japan takes the lead in the second match of the finals, but French captain Pierre has a trick up his sleeve.
Just minutes into the game, Hayata receives a second yellow card, leaving Japan with 10 players on the field and giving France a valuable opportunity.
While Hyuga's efforts help Japan score another goal, France does not relent in their attack, forcing both teams' captains to go head-to-head.
After a secret surprise attack from France and facing increasingly muddy conditions, Tsubasa decides to make a game-changing move.
As the game enters overtime, Coach Mikami worries about his fatigued players. With no substitutions left and injuries piling up, can Japan hang on?
Hyuga challenges Pierre, but his injury causes him to lose the ball, sparking a fierce attack from the French team. Wakashimazu endures intense pain.
The tournament enters its first penalty shoot-out, with Pierre facing an injured Wakashimazu. The referee's whistle blows, and the players line up.
The final matchup is set: Japan versus Germany. With the Japanese team plagued by injuries, Wakabayashi must step up to support his teammates.
The final match kicks off, and Japan sets the pace thanks to Wakabayashi's research on Germany. But the German team fields an unknown goalkeeper.
After blocking all of Japan's shots, Müller delivers an ultra-long pass to Schneider right in front of Japan's goal. Wakabayashi charges out to block!
Despite having the upper hand, Japan faces a tough battle against Germany's ironclad defense. Tsubasa and Hyuga devise a plan.
As Japan concedes their first goal, Hyuga notices and tries to exploit Müller's weakness — but the German goalkeeper quickly overcomes his shortcoming.
After Tsubasa and Misaki score a goal to tie the game, Schneider sets up a decisive one-on-one shot against goalkeeper Wakabayashi.
With the second half underway, Tsubasa receives a message from Katagiri about a specific page in his Roberto Notebook. He tries to recall what was written.
Japan has seized their second goal! Germany launches a desperate offensive, but Japan's defenders are ready to stop them.
With only seven minutes remaining and the score tied, the match becomes an all-out battle between Japan and Germany. Tsubasa attempts a breakthrough.
The final match of the International Junior Youth Tournament comes to an end. Tsubasa is named MVP and shares his childhood dream in an interview.
After returning from France, Tsubasa becomes the coach for the Nankatsu Middle School soccer team. Later, he receives a surprising confession.
The Japan Junior Youth team members continue to pursue soccer, both in Japan and abroad. Meanwhile, Misaki returns to Japan.
At an entirely new international tournament, Tsubasa is eager to get out on the pitch and play as the crowd chants for him.
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