The release of Captain Tsubasa episode 10 next week marks the arrival of the Junior Youth arc, as Japan gears up to face Italy in their first tournament game. The Italian team had shown little respect for their Japanese opponents leading up to the match, making Tsubasa's ability to dribble past their defenders in this episode a satisfying moment for many viewers.
In episode 10, the focus will be on Japan's struggle to penetrate Italy's strong defense, with their goalkeeper emerging as a standout player.
The Italians used their legendary tactics of man-marking, harsh tackles, and aggressive closing down of spaces to prevent Tsubasa from making a decisive impact in the match. This will be addressed in the upcoming episode of Captain Tsubasa. Disclaimer: This article may contain spoilers for episode 10.
Captain Tsubasa episode 10 will continue with the match against Italy
Release date, countdown, and where to watch
Sneak peek of episode 10 (Image via Studio Kai).
The upcoming episode of Captain Tsubasa will premiere next Sunday, December 3, at 5:30 pm JST. To help viewers from different time zones, refer to the table below for the corresponding release times in your area:
Timezone | Release Time |
Pacific Standard Time | 5:30 am, Sunday, December 3 |
Eastern Standard Time | 2:30 am, Monday, December 4 |
Greenwich Mean Time | 2:30 am, Sunday, December 3 |
Central European Time | 1:30 am, Monday, December 4 |
Indian Standard Time | 4:00 pm, Sunday, December 3 |
Philippine Standard Time | 6:30 pm, Sunday, December 3 |
Australia Central Standard Time | 8:00 pm, Sunday, December 3 |
The series is currently being streamed on TV Tokyo, but it is only accessible to viewers living in Japan. For those living outside of Japan, the series can be watched on Crunchyroll, but this requires a paid subscription.
Recap of the previous episode
The most recent episode of Captain Tsubasa served as a reminder to fans that the Japanese national youth team still harbored a grudge against the Italian team. Before the tournament in France, there was a chance for a friendly match, but the European team dismissed them as unworthy opponents.
This episode highlighted Tsubasa's determination to prove the Italians wrong, particularly in light of his earlier performance in the match. When offered the chance to play a friendly match with the Japanese national youth team before the competition, the Italians had been dismissive, stating that they would not benefit much from the experience.
The Japanese team took the setback as a personal challenge, evident in the opening minutes of the match as Tsubasa skillfully maneuvered past the opposition, proving that he was up to the challenge. However, the Italian team quickly adjusted, effectively man-marking Tsubasa and largely keeping him out of the game for the majority of the first half.
His teammates were hesitant to pass him the ball, despite his requests, leading to problems for the Japanese team. Adding to their troubles, they faced difficulty in breaking down Italy's defense, making the opening of the game challenging for the main characters.
What to expect from the next episode
Episode 9 (Image via Studio Kai).
Episode 10 of Captain Tsubasa will center on the match between Japan and Italy, as well as how Japan will adjust to Italy's strategies. Tsubasa will play a crucial role in the game, as indicated in the previews for the upcoming episode, generating a lot of excitement among fans.
On the other hand, Captain Tsubasa episode 10 also promises to be the most important episode of the season thus far, especially considering what this match represents for the Japanese side.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am eagerly anticipating the release of Captain Tsubasa episode 10. The previous episode left us with a thrilling cliffhanger, and I can't wait to see how the match between Japan and Italy unfolds. I am particularly excited to see how Tsubasa and his teammates will overcome the challenge posed by Italy's strong defense. I am confident that Japan will find a way to win, and I can't wait to see how they do it.
Overall, I think Captain Tsubasa is a great anime series that captures the excitement and passion of soccer. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the matches are intense and exciting. I highly recommend this series to anyone who loves soccer or anime.