The second episode of Captain Tsubasa's second season is set to release later this week, marking the beginning of the Junior Youth arc. One notable change is that Studio Kai has taken over animation duties from David Production, giving fans hope for higher quality in this arc. The first episode has hinted that this expectation may be met.
The upcoming episode, along with the rest of this arc, holds significant importance for the anime adaptation as it sets the stage for future events in the manga. The Junior Youth arc is seen as a turning point in the series, depicting Tsubasa and his teammates' journey towards becoming professional football players.
Disclaimer: This article contains potential spoilers for Captain Tsubasa episode 2.
All the details about Captain Tsubasa episode 2
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The release date and time for Captain Tsubasa episode 2 is scheduled for Sunday, October 8th at 5:30 pm JST. Similar to episode 1, subsequent episodes will also be released weekly according to this schedule. Please note that these dates and times may be subject to change in the event of any delays or production issues. Below are the corresponding release times for various time zones around the world:
Central Standard Time: Sunday, October 8, 3:30 am
Pacific Standard Time: Monday, October 9, 1:30 am
British Summer Time: Monday, October 9, 1:30 am
Central European Summer Time: Monday, October 9, 12:30 am
Indian Standard Time: Sunday, October 8, 2 pm
Eastern Standard Time: Monday, October 9, 4:30 am
Australian Central Standard Time: Sunday, October 8, 6 pm
Philippine Standard Time: Sunday, October 8, 4:30 pm
Brazil Time: Sunday, October 8, 5:30 am
Release details and countdown
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Where to watch
Fortunately, for those who are eager to watch the series but are still behind, there are numerous streaming platforms available. However, among all these options, Crunchyroll stands apart as the ultimate choice. As the current frontrunner in anime streaming platforms worldwide, it offers unparalleled popularity and ease of use.
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The majority of the opening episode primarily explores the activities of the key protagonists following the conclusion of the initial season, alongside establishing the upcoming youth tournament. An integral component of the narrative involves envisioning the objectives that this tournament aims to achieve, highlighting the potential adversaries they are set to encounter, and delving into the implications it holds for their future professional journeys.
Previous episode recap
This episode effectively portrays Tsubasa's remarkable growth as a player and highlights the strong relationships he forged during his youth. These connections prove incredibly valuable as many of his former teammates reunite on the Japanese youth national team. Furthermore, the latter half of the episode delves into their preparations for their inaugural match against Italy in the tournament, capturing the immense excitement surrounding this highly anticipated game as depicted in the manga and other adaptations of the series.
Expand TweetIn episode 2 of Captain Tsubasa, the spotlight will be on the Japan versus Italy match. This crucial game serves as a platform to illustrate the vast disparity between the two teams and the obstacles the main characters will face. It plays a pivotal role in advancing the storyline of this arc.