Ep. 20: Japan and France clash in the finals as the match begins
Aired on February 18, 2024
During the second match of the finals, Japan competes against the host nation France in a stadium packed with supporters for the home team. Despite the overwhelming crowd support for France, Japan executes a coordinated three-way attack. This strategy allows them to regain possession of the ball from Pierre, the French captain, who reacts with visible anger. As the game progresses, Pierre appears to be formulating a new plan, adding tension to the ongoing competition between the two national teams.
Episodes
- Ep. 16 · Japan ties the score with Misaki's miracle shot in a tight match
- Ep. 17 · The Young Noble of the Field Returns!!
- Ep. 18 · The Top Four Assemble!
- Ep. 19 · The Fireball's True Nature Is Unveiled
- Ep. 20 · Japan and France clash in the finals as the match begins
- Ep. 21 · Japan plays with ten men after Soda's second yellow card while Pierre scores a penalty.
- Ep. 22 · Rain-Swept Match Sees France Attack While Japan Recovers from Izawa's Injury
- Ep. 23 · Masaki faces off against Pierre in a match featuring France's Eiffel Attack
- Ep. 24 · Japan faces critical fatigue and substitution limits during the first overtime tied match