The WORST episodes of Captain Tsubasa (2018)
Every episode of Captain Tsubasa (2018) ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Captain Tsubasa (2018)!
Captain Tsubasa is 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.
#1 - 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!
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#2 - A Battle of Ups and Downs
Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 1/21/2024
Misaki makes a miracle shot, tying the score for Japan. But a tie isn’t good enough if they want to make it to the semifinals. With both teams unwilling to give an inch, it’s anyone’s guess who will walk away the victor.
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#3 - Japan Junior Youth Strikes Back
Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 1/14/2024
While Japan reels from Diaz’s latest soccer feat, Tsubasa and Hyuga join forces for a special attack. Tsubasa has got his groove back. Taking the opportunity, the Tachibana Twins and Jito dash toward the goal. The time to strike back is now!
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#4 - Never Give Up
Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/7/2024
It’s Japan versus Argentina, and the winner progresses to the finals. Tsubasa, however, is preoccupied. While on the pitch he learns that his former coach Roberto, who has since remained incognito, is now in the stands somewhere watching.
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#5 - A Pledge in the Starry Sky
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/24/2023
Former Brazilian soccer player Roberto Hongo makes a visit to a soccer stadium in the outskirts of Paris where he speaks with Katagiri of the All Japan Soccer Association. Roberto makes himself clear; he does not want Tsubasa knowing he is merely miles away in the same city. As Tsubasa's former coach, Roberto still regrets breaking the promise he made to Tsubasa to take him to Brazil. He deeply admires Tsubasa and will never forget the days he spent as his coach.
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#6 - Destined for Victory
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/17/2023
Host country France has its first match against England, and the stadium is buzzing with excitement. Elle Sid Pierre, France’s captain, wows with his elegant dribbling. Meanwhile, Tsubasa and his friends take note and are impressed. But as host, Team France is feeling the pressure. Will France being able to come through?
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#7 - The Fierce Tiger Awakens
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/10/2023
Thanks to Tsubasa and Misaki, Japan manages to tie with Italy, leaving the Europeans to tighten their defenses in the hope achieving a draw. Meanwhile, the crowd is in thrall to Japan and cheers them on with only one minute to go. Tsubasa then makes one final gamble…
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#8 - They've Returned! The Golden Duo!!
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/3/2023
Italy's goalkeeper, Zino Hernandez, makes incredible saves. So much so that his perfect record has earned him the reputation as Europe’s best goalie. His skill puts Japan on the offensive, but Misaki is watching. Then coach makes a surprising move.
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#9 - A Great Journey
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/26/2023
It’s Japan versus Italy in the opening game of the tournament, and tensions are running high. Team Japan’s tempers are flared over Italy’s previous comments about how they weren’t worth their time back before the practice match that never was. Still, having been handed the position of captain from Matsuyama, Tsubasa rises to the occasion. Italy may have Tsubasa marked, but he responds with some characteristic fighting spirit.
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#10 - I'm Taro Misaki
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/19/2023
It’s the opening ceremony of the International Junior Youth Tournament. As players from twelve participating countries gather, Misaki thinks back about his time in Japan and how far he’s really come. But the memories aren’t all happy. He remembers not only how his father’s career has had a major impact on his life and his soccer, but also how his father’s complicated life as an artist has pulled him into a situation where he is faced with a seemingly impossible dilemma.
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#11 - 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.
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#12 - 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.
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#13 - The Young Noble of the Field Returns!!
Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 1/28/2024
It's the second half, 4 to 4. To break the impasse, Japan puts in Jun Misugi, an amazingly skilled player who also has a heart condition. It’s been three years, but finally, Jun can stand on the same field as Tsubasa. Argentina is in for a fight!
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#14 - 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.
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#16 - 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.
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#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?
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#18 - Endless Dream
Season 1 - Episode 52 - Aired 4/2/2019
Time progresses more and more and the two teams leave everything on the field to be crowned champions. Hyuga and Tsubasa are showing what they are made of and the shots on goal they are going for are worthy of this final.
#19 - Miracle Drive Shoot!
Season 1 - Episode 51 - Aired 3/26/2019
After sixty intense minutes with three of the same, we go to overtime. Twenty minutes divided into two halves. If they are tied, both teams will be crowned champions of the tournament, but neither Tsubasa nor Hyuga want to share the title.
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#20 - All-out war of Tenacity
Season 1 - Episode 50 - Aired 3/19/2019
We continue in the Nankatsu final against Toho, who has three goals each. The pressure causes both teams to make mistakes and, in the heat of the match, Nankatsu's Takasugi commits a foul.
#21 - Incandescent Fighters, the Fierce Tiger and Tsubasa
Season 1 - Episode 49 - Aired 3/12/2019
Despite the doctor's warnings, Tsubasa remains determined to continue on the field to help his teammates in the battle against the Toho team.
#22 - The King Toho
Season 1 - Episode 48 - Aired 3/5/2019
Despite Nankatsu's discipline, the Toho team imposes its dominance, with a two-goal difference, courtesy of its captain, Kojiro Hyuga, and his powerful tiger shot.
#23 - Confrontation of Destiny Once More
Season 1 - Episode 47 - Aired 2/26/2019
We are in the first five minutes of the game between Nankatsu against Toho, guided and the tension on the court can be cut with a knife. Both captains, Tsubasa Ozora and Kojiro Hyuga, are determined to achieve victory.
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#24 - 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.
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#25 - Tsubasa Takes Off
Season 2 - Episode 39 - Aired 6/30/2024
Tsubasa is in a whole new league now. Gone are the days of Junior Youth. At an entirely new international competition, Tsubasa is more than ready to get out on the pitch and play. Then the stands call in unison. Tsubasa… Tsubasa…