The WORST episodes of Captain Tsubasa: Road to 2002
Every episode of Captain Tsubasa: Road to 2002 ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Captain Tsubasa: Road to 2002!
The third Captain Tsubasa series is about qualifying for the 2002 World Cup in Japan. Tsubasa as the main character takes a back seat for the first time. The focus is now on a young Japanese bloke who is trying to find fame in Italy's Serie A and be able to play in the youth national team. The series ends, of course, after qualifying to pave the way for another season.
#1 - The New Japan National Team!
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/14/2002
As the test match against Holland commences, Japan's offense looks strong but the Dutch team's defense looks even stronger.
#2 - Respectable Penalty - Tie-Breaker!
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/11/2002
The game against France heats up as Soda leaves the match, Wakashimazu gets injured and Japan pushes on with fewer players.
#3 - Grueling Battle! Japan vs. Germany
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/18/2002
After beating France in the semifinals, Japan prepares to take on Germany In the final game
#4 - A Message from Roberto
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/25/2002
Tsubasa gets a message from Roberto with an important advice.
#5 - Shine in Glory! Japanese Team!
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/5/2002
With the International Youth Cup on the line, Tsubasa digs deep and gives everything he has for Japan.
#6 - To the New Field
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/12/2002
With the International Youth Cup win solidly behind him, Tsubasa leaves Japan and heads to Brazil to play for Roberto's Team.
#7 - A Soccer Cyborg
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/19/2002
Now a full-fledged member of the Brancos, Tsubasa suits up to play Domingo
#8 - Santana, the Son of God
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/2/2002
During a Brancos and Domingo match, soccer cyborg Santana recalls his painful past.
#9 - The Shine of Rosario
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/9/2002
Thanks to Tsubasa's steady example of what it's like to play soccer with heart, Santana begins to play less like a machine.
#10 - The New Dream Land
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/16/2002
Tsubasa leaves Brazil behind for a spot on Spain's Catalunya team.
#11 - Hyuga's Challenge for the Future
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/23/2002
After joining Italy's Piemonte team, Hyuga jockeys for a prime position
#12 - Golden Age of Hope
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/30/2002
Tsubasa, Genzo, Hyuga and Taro are invited to join the Japanese national team.
#13 - Shingo Aoi is Here
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/7/2002
With a test match against Holland right around the corner, Japan welcomes a brand-new player
#14 - Painful Yellow Card
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/4/2002
A frustrated Tsubasa racks up a yellow card of his own as Japan's hard-fought match against France continues in the semifinals.
#15 - Break the Dutch Wall
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/21/2002
Japan struggles to score against Holland thanks to a near-impenetrable defense
#16 - Restart to the World
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/28/2002
After playing hard against Holland, Tsubasa and his teammates train for the coveted international cup by relearning everything they already know.
#17 - Catalunya's Eagle
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/4/2002
Back in Spain, Tsubasa suffers a humbling loss.
#18 - Run To the Opening Match
Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 8/11/2002
The Catalunya coach puts Tsubasa through his paces at training camp, trying him out in a variety of positions to find the right fit.
#19 - Harsh Notice
Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 8/18/2002
After a good performance at camp, Tsubasa expects great things but the coach assigns him to play for the B team.
#20 - Cross the Bridge of Hope
Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 8/25/2002
Tsubasa breaks away from the team to do a little soul-searching.
#21 - Hyuga's Italian Debut
Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 9/1/2002
Hyuga is picked to start for the Piemonte team in an important opening match.
#22 - Striker in Tears
Season 3 - Episode 17 - Aired 9/8/2002
Hyuga struggles to score in his debut match for Piemonte. Meanwhile, Tsubasa makes the best of his place on Catalunya's B team.
#23 - Go for 10 Goals, 10 Assists
Season 3 - Episode 18 - Aired 9/15/2002
Catalunya coach challenges Tsubasa to score 10 goals and 10 assists in one year
#24 - Battle Against the Rivals
Season 3 - Episode 19 - Aired 9/22/2002
Though they once played for the same team, Genzo, Schneider and Kaltz are now playing on opposite sides in the German league.
#25 - Dream Pitch
Season 3 - Episode 20 - Aired 9/29/2002
A motivated Tsubasa moves up to Catalunya's A team