Ep. 12: Ichihoshi struggles with the choice between saving his brother and playing soccer.
Aired on January 11, 2018
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Ichihoshi faces a difficult dilemma between rescuing his brother and pursuing his passion for soccer. This internal conflict intensifies after Asuto passes him the ball, placing his trust in Ichihoshi’s abilities. However, he simultaneously receives a new directive from the Orion Foundation to eliminate Nosaka. Despite his strong desire to protect his sibling, his longing to play soccer for enjoyment grows increasingly powerful. The narrative centers on whether Ichihoshi will obey the Orion Foundation's orders or choose to play soccer for fun instead.
Episodes
- Ep. 8 · Inazuma Japan faces crisis as captain Endou Mamoru is arrested before match
- Ep. 9 · Nosaka Yuuma Returns as Captain for Inazuma Japan's Second Half Match
- Ep. 10 · Nosaka outsmarts Ichihoshi's doping accusation after Inazuma Japan's 4-2 victory over Eternal Dancers.
- Ep. 11 · Inazuma Japan faces Phoenix Army of Arab while Ichihoshi Mitsuru plots sabotage
- Ep. 12 · Ichihoshi struggles with the choice between saving his brother and playing soccer.
- Ep. 13 · Inazuma Japan confronts Ichihoshi's fabricated brother crisis before the second half
- Ep. 14 · Kimura Yousuke interviews Inamori Asuto, Haizaki Ryouhei, and Nosaka Yuuma for Monthly World Soccer magazine entry
- Ep. 15 · Zhao Jinyun's Apprentice reveals Li Kobun's true identity before Asian finals
- Ep. 16 · Ichihoshi Hikaru seeks team forgiveness while lost in Mount Fuji forest with Inamori Asuto