Ep. 1: Aoi Ashito faces red card frustration before mysterious Fukuda Tatsuya approaches him on the beach.
Aired on April 9, 2022
Aoi Ashito serves as the star player for a struggling junior high soccer squad in Ehime. During his final tournament, his performance nearly secures a spot in the semi-finals. However, after being provoked by the opposing goalkeeper, Ashito receives a red card and is ejected from the match. Seeking to escape his frustration, he runs along the beach. There, he encounters Fukuda Tatsuya, a mysterious figure who identifies himself as the manager for the Tokyo City Esperion Youth team. This unexpected meeting introduces a new chapter for the young athlete following his premature departure from the game.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Aoi Ashito faces red card frustration before mysterious Fukuda Tatsuya approaches him on the beach.
- Ep. 2 · Ashito travels to Tokyo for Esperion Youth team tryouts with Shun's support.
- Ep. 3 · The final assessment stage begins with a game against the Esperion Youth team.
- Ep. 4 · Fukuda's revelation deepens despair as Ashito struggles with lingering pain from Akutsu's attack.
- Ep. 5 · Ashito Receives Acceptance Letter in Ehime Amidst Mixed Emotions