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The Best Episodes of Captain Tsubasa

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The passionate story of an elementary school student whose thoughts and dreams revolve almost entirely around the love of soccer. 11-year-old Tsubasa Oozora started playing football at a very young age, and while it was mostly just a recreational sport for his friends, for him, it developed into something of an obsession. In order to pursue his dream to the best of his elementary school abilities, Tsubasa moves with his mother to Nankatsu city, which is well-known for its excellent elementary school soccer teams. But although he was easily the best in his old town, Nankatsu has a lot more competition, and he will need all of his skill and talent in order to stand out from this new crowd.

Genres:AnimationComedyDrama

Top Episode Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Captain Tsubasa" is "Miracle Drive Shoot!", rated 10/10 from 1 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Miracle Drive Shoot!" aired on 3/26/2019 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "The Battle Begins!! Japan vs. France".

  • Miracle Drive Shoot!
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #1 - Miracle Drive Shoot!

    Season 1 Episode 51 - Aired 3/26/2019

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Battle Begins!! Japan vs. France
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #2 - The Battle Begins!! Japan vs. France

    Season 2 Episode 20 - Aired 2/18/2024

    In the second match of the finals Japan faces host France in a stadium filled with fans for the home team. Still Japan pulls off a three-way attack, stealing the ball back from a furious French captain, Pierre, who now seems to be planning something…

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  • 10 vs. 11
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #3 - 10 vs. 11

    Season 2 Episode 21 - Aired 2/25/2024

    Ten minutes into the first half, Soda is given his second yellow card, forcing Japan to play on with only ten players. Then, Pierre gets a penalty kick, upping the score 2 to 1. Hyuga doesn’t give up, but luck just doesn’t seem be on Japan’s side…

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Overtime in the Rain
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #4 - Overtime in the Rain

    Season 2 Episode 24 - Aired 3/17/2024

    Thanks to Misaki, the score is tied, initiating the first overtime of the tournament. But Coach Mikami is out of substitutions, and everyone is more than fatigued. Now Japan’s worst fears have become a reality. Things are not looking good…

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Wounded Final Defense
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #5 - A Wounded Final Defense

    Season 2 Episode 25 - Aired 3/24/2024

    It’s overtime, and Hyuga is ready to fight. He takes on Pierre, but Hyuga’s badly injured leg allows his opponent to swipe the ball out from underneath him. France continues to launch a brutal wave of attacks. Meanwhile, Wakashimazu is writhing in pain.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Miracle Fist
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #6 - The Miracle Fist

    Season 2 Episode 26 - Aired 3/31/2024

    Overtime in the second match of the finals is underway, but a winner has yet to be declared. Now five representatives from each team are to join the kickoff. First up is France’s captain, Pierre. The whistle sounds. Whom will fortune smile on today?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Lions of the Final
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #7 - The Lions of the Final

    Season 2 Episode 27 - Aired 4/7/2024

    At last the final. Japan is to face off against Germany. While Team Japan has managed to survive so far, it’s a team of injured players. And the big surprise is the starting lineup. Wakabayashi’s debut is now. Japan is now the strongest is has ever been!

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Shooting Storm
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #8 - A Shooting Storm

    Season 2 Episode 28 - Aired 4/14/2024

    The time for kickoff at the finals has arrived! Wakabayashi’s research on Team Germany has proven successful as Japan manages to dominate early on. Only this time Germany’s goalie is the elusive and intensely foreboding Steel Giant, Deuter Muller.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Blazing First Point
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #9 - A Blazing First Point

    Season 2 Episode 30 - Aired 4/28/2024

    In the first half, Wakabayashi’s research has given the advantage to Team Japan. Then Japan gets another chance at that prized first point with a free kick. But strangely, Goalie Muller wants nothing standing between him in front of the goal and Tsubasa.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Most Powerful Shot in History
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #10 - The Most Powerful Shot in History

    Season 2 Episode 31 - Aired 5/5/2024

    Schneider’s Fire Shot may’ve dashed Japan’s hopes of a first point, but Hyuga is already devising a comeback. With Tsubasa’s help, he is about to unleash something no one could have anticipated—the fiercest kick in soccer history!

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Respond to the Message!
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #11 - Respond to the Message!

    Season 2 Episode 33 - Aired 5/19/2024

    Something has been weighing on Tsubasa’s mind. Katagiri’s cryptic message from halftime about page 52 must be a reference to the notebook, the one into which Roberto put all he knew. Soon Tsubasa traces his memories, stirring up lessons from the past.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Glimpse at Global Greatness!?
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #12 - A Glimpse at Global Greatness!?

    Season 2 Episode 34 - Aired 5/26/2024

    Japan pulls off a second point and Germany is frantic! What’s more, Schneider has no feeling in his left leg. Just as Germany’s offense appears to have cracked under the pressure, Schneider wakes up his teammates. Now Germany’s Workman, Kaltz, is pumped.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Converge on Paris!!
    9.8/10 15 votes

    #13 - Converge on Paris!!

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/12/2023

    The team lands in France, with games starting soon. Coach orders a rest day, but Tsubasa can’t sit still. As he dribbles around Paris, he passes someone practicing just like him. The boy, it turns out, is a familiar face with amazing skills.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Professional Warrior
    9.7/10 12 votes

    #14 - Professional Warrior

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 10/15/2023

    Team Japan and Hamburg have a practice match, and Wakabayashi shows off his iron defense. Schneider initiates a fierce attack and makes scoring impossible. Hyuga meanwhile is furious. Then there’s Tsubasa…

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Starting Again from Zero
    9.6/10 10 votes

    #15 - Starting Again from Zero

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/22/2023

    While the practice match against Hamburg has proven disastrous for Japan, they vow to start afresh. Captain Matsuyama desires his teammates’ trust, while Hyuga focuses on overcoming Schneider. Meanwhile, Wakabayashi makes a surprising announcement.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Another Heavy Hitter
    9.6/10 10 votes

    #16 - Another Heavy Hitter

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 10/29/2023

    Taro Misaki, now in France, has received a request to join Japan Junior Youth. The three years he’s spent away hasn’t helped his confidence, but playing with Tsubasa again appeals. Now Misaki challenges Team France to prove he’s still got it!

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A New Challenge
    9.4/10 25 votes

    #17 - A New Challenge

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 10/1/2023

    The deciding match of the All Japan Junior Youth Soccer Tournament ends in an unprecedented twist. Now, with Tsubasa Ozora out, it’s Kojiro Hyuga’s turn! An intimidating match of formidable high school students awaits. Will they step up to the challenge?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Atsuhiro Tomioka

  • Greetings to an Old Rival
    9.2/10 15 votes

    #18 - Greetings to an Old Rival

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 10/8/2023

    The team to travel to Europe has been announced! Hyuga is captain, but Tsubasa is determined to play in the French tournament in two weeks. In Germany, a practice match reunites the team with Wakabayashi, who shocks the team with his unusual comment.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Moment of Glory
    9.0/10 78 votes

    #19 - Moment of Glory

    Season 1 Episode 27 - Aired 10/2/2018

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Action! Japan Junior Youth!
    8.8/10 10 votes

    #20 - Action! Japan Junior Youth!

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 11/5/2023

    Tsubasa returns to the field in style! Early in the match against Munich, he makes a decisive move. With Tsubasa back in action, his teammates play like completely different athletes. Then Hyuga and Tsubasa decide to make things even more interesting.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Fantasista Tsubasa
    8.6/10 87 votes

    #21 - Fantasista Tsubasa

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/15/2018

    Wakabayashi is furious about Nankatsu’s unexpected strategy to keep striker Tsubasa in defense and orders his team to score 50 goals to challenge Tsubasa.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Birth of Nankatsu Golden Duo
    8.6/10 86 votes

    #22 - Birth of Nankatsu Golden Duo

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/22/2018

    The second half of the match against Shutetsu starts.

    Director: Shinichi Fukumoto

    Writer: N/A

  • All-out war of Tenacity
    8.6/10 44 votes

    #23 - All-out war of Tenacity

    Season 1 Episode 50 - Aired 3/19/2019

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • He's flying!
    8.4/10 109 votes

    #24 - He's flying!

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/10/2018

    Wakabayashi received a challenge from Tsubasa. He couldn’t hide the confusion about the immense power of Tsubasa’s kick and says that he will accept his challenge if he can face the B-team of Wakabayashi’s school of which he is the captain. While Ishizaki complains about the unfair conditions, Tsubasa accepts without hesitation. While the mysterious man Roberto Hongo watches over them, the two boys who later will turn the world of Japanese soccer upside down, face each other for the first time!

    Director: Shinichi Fukumoto

    Writer: N/A

  • Kick-Off! Nankatsu vs Shuutetsu
    8.3/10 87 votes

    #25 - Kick-Off! Nankatsu vs Shuutetsu

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/8/2018

    The game against Shutetsu Elementary School has started! After the schools competed in baseball, volleyball, and judo, now the final game is soccer and it will decide which school will win the festival.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A