Ep. 76: Midorikawa struggles with self-doubt while the team prepares for a surprise match against Neo Japan.
Midorikawa feels inadequate after recalling past goals by Tsunami and Utsunomiya, leading to frustration during solo practice. Kidou instructs Kazemaru, Fubuki, Hijikata, Tsunami, and Kabeyama to develop new combination hissatsu techniques. While the team bonds and trains, Midorikawa remains isolated until Kiyama Hiroto offers encouragement, helping him regain confidence. The following day, Neo Japan arrives to challenge Inazuma Japan for the representative seat. Kidou recognizes Coach Hitomiko and notes Desarm’s new midfield role. During the match, Neo Japan effectively counters Inazuma’s attacks using modified versions of their own techniques, including Drill Smasher V2 and Dash Storm V2. Arata scores with Gungnir V2, giving Neo Japan a one-point lead and shocking the Inazuma players.
Episodes
- Ep. 72 · Inazuma Japan Faces Big Waves in a Tense Match with Changing Tactics
- Ep. 73 · Japan faces Qatar's Desert Lion in a tense match with a hidden trap
- Ep. 74 · Awaken, Sleeping Tiger!!
- Ep. 75 · Endou and Tobitaka engage in a serious match while Hibiki's health is revealed.
- Ep. 76 · Midorikawa struggles with self-doubt while the team prepares for a surprise match against Neo Japan.
- Ep. 77 · The Ultimate Showdown Between Kudō Japan and Hitomiko Japan
- Ep. 78 · Fuyuka's Secret Plan to Help Endou Find a New Move
- Ep. 79 · Gouenji faces pressure from his father to quit soccer and study medicine in Germany instead.
- Ep. 80 · Inazuma Japan trains on mud while Endou faces Gouenji's departure and a blocked path to the stadium.