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Apr 16, 2022 6:16 PM
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CQLLIST said:
The OP is pretty much giving such a Haikyuu vibe. Hana and Aoi's interaction is wholesome in the end. There are 86 (interesting number btw) participants for the tryout in order to join in the Tokyo City Esperion and the Coach's trying to be a perfectionist with his words was hilarious lmao and Aoi having the audacity to call his coach old was really something, Coach got maddie oh no!

So Aoi started training and met a friend, Ohtomo, they had a good bro moment. The next game of a 7 on 7 started and Aoi is facing a tough match and seemed like it was going rough once that goal strikes due to the uncooperative teamwork but with Aoi getting his own energy back to the field through various flashbacks, a raven sparks in and the coin was a pretty nice illusion in order to form Aoi's state back to the game, also wtf Coach's face when seeing Aoi struggling lmao. No in the way they see potential in Aoi, gotta handle his bratty behavior for the most part. Talking to Hana must be something comfortable for Aoi because she can listen to his struggle and she can give a word of encouragement yep. Now the next episode must be the decision of whether or not Aoi will pass the tryout and go through another secondary or final exam.

I kinda think it makes sense that they're speedrunning most of the chapters because it's a lot more concise in this adaptation medium and like half in half of the content from the manga from Chapter 2-6 are mostly either narratives from Aoi's inner that just happens in any manga form lol as either an introductory or what the character is feeling, it's a lot more enjoyable in the anime form without it being used too much as it's more straightforward to focusing on the try out though visually I prefer the manga, but then again I understand how difficult it's to fluidly make a soccer movement in an animation form.

i thought the same thing about the OP! the black crow feathers and crow symbolism throughout the episode was giving major karasuno energy.
Apr 16, 2022 6:18 PM
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Why this Date dude looks like he about to go Gatotsu on those who don't make the cut...? If they don't make the cut he is gonna cut them down.. cut down all shit immediately..
Why shinpachi has a bleached afro.. he stole that from saito but i can recognise him from his glasses...
 

Apr 16, 2022 6:20 PM
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FalloutIsntFunny said:
more entertaining than actual football

Pov: you dont watch football
Apr 16, 2022 10:36 PM

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Dear lord, seeing Ashito keeping the ball to clearly draw the opponents' attention and his teammates not understanding what he was doing really stressed me out.

Overall, another solid episode. We all know MC is gonna be selected so "rushing" the tryouts was indeed a good decision.
Apr 16, 2022 11:03 PM
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Love it! Love the OP and ED. I can agree that they rushing it a bit but i think that's okay because this is just the first phase of selection exam. Manga is a lot better of course but it's still a solid adaptation. Also, I asked my friends who didn't read the manga on how they see it, they said it's good and they'd enjoyed it too so i guess it's fine.
Apr 16, 2022 11:05 PM

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surf78987898 said:
This is an anime made for football fans like me. References too actual players, actual tactics etc

Loving this so far.


IKR. The last football anime I watched was Area no Kishi, and that was a long time ago. Looking forward to more football anime as the World Cup draws near.

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"Assists feel great, huh?"

Hopefully this hints that Ashito develops into a advanced playmaker than a straight-up traditional No. 9. Maybe a false-9 like Messi or Cesc was, or maybe a "Nine and a half" like Platini or Baggio was. It would be interesting.
Apr 16, 2022 11:20 PM
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as someone who hasn't read the manga yet the ep didn't feel rushed at all, we got glimpse of (possibly) his future teammates and how he would react when placed in a new team, I didn't think I would enjoy it this much. moving forward I hope the pacing only gets better bc from all I've heard from manga readers I have expections from this.
Apr 17, 2022 12:15 AM

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Even though a lot of people saying that it's rushed they probably just skipped the unimportant parts that don't add anything to the overall story ( I hope )

I'm really liking this so far, opening is a banger.

I hope this goes for a 2-cour run, feels like that type of show that should
Apr 17, 2022 1:35 AM

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lizzziziz said:
nice episode. i see that it seems to have rushed over some chapters? but i didnt feel that at all so id say good job for "rushing" it, since this Is only 12 eps after all. gotta make the most of everything

op and ed are exactly what id expect out of a sports anime but i loving the ed a helll lot. reminded me of dia no ace for some reason


is this 12 episodes series? Becz MAL is still uncertain about its length...

I feel it's more like Dia no Ace, there should be enough material for 50+
Apr 17, 2022 1:47 AM

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IFA1 said:
is this 12 episodes series? Becz MAL is still uncertain about its length...

I feel it's more like Dia no Ace, there should be enough material for 50+

Logical_ said:
they just cut some dialogue and conflict scene between the teammate it's not important afterall, but this is only 12 eps ? just heard of it.

ohh okay thats cool. but noo no what i said was just something i and some of my friends thought (which makes my brain think its real) but no number of eps have been confirmed yet i think. my bad for saying it as if its alr a fact
Apr 17, 2022 2:02 AM

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Nah..its cool. I'm not that much updated with Anime News..so I just thought it is weird to have 12 episodes for this...
Apr 17, 2022 3:52 AM

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so Ashito could easily assess the positions of other teammates!
and more team members are also introduced!
4/5.


Apr 17, 2022 4:15 AM

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lizzziziz said:
IFA1 said:
is this 12 episodes series? Becz MAL is still uncertain about its length...

I feel it's more like Dia no Ace, there should be enough material for 50+

Logical_ said:
they just cut some dialogue and conflict scene between the teammate it's not important afterall, but this is only 12 eps ? just heard of it.

ohh okay thats cool. but noo no what i said was just something i and some of my friends thought (which makes my brain think its real) but no number of eps have been confirmed yet i think. my bad for saying it as if its alr a fact
No problem don't worry about it, I thought it was already confirmed this series got 12 episode it's weird for me to this series just got 12 episode.
im not too good to speak english

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Apr 17, 2022 4:58 AM

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"a player who can ward off all adversity"

the best quote in this episode i think
Apr 17, 2022 6:20 AM

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So thrilling, can't wait for the final test!


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Apr 17, 2022 8:13 AM

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Fukuda's reactions are definitely the highlight of this episode. ED spoils who will go through haha
Apr 17, 2022 1:45 PM
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most/ maybe best episode of this anime series so far. The play was just outstandingly well executed and the story is getting better, as well as the team is being shaped. This anime is actually quite entertaining!
Apr 17, 2022 6:28 PM

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Ughh got goosebumps there. There are a few great players there. I'm glad there's a teamwork in the end.


The OP song is definitely great since the PV. The OP visuals are good. oh and the ED (back when it was announced who will perform the SONG I'M surprised it was Rin音!! I really loved his songs and way of singing) as expected it was really beautiful partnered with the beautiful ED visuals!!!!! (ugh I'm crying again) IS THIS HIS FIRSTIME PERFORMING A SONG FOR AN ANIME????!!!!
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Apr 17, 2022 7:16 PM

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Fine episode. Aoi yells too much and the animation is still underwhelming, but there were some good parts like Aoi doing his strategy and seeing Fukuda’s reaction.
Apr 18, 2022 11:45 AM
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Story bagus, yg garapnya Production I. G jadi makin bagus. Semoga dapat episode yang banyak
 
Apr 19, 2022 11:57 PM
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Really entertaining and enjoyable. i usually get bored and fall asleep but this had me so entertained. the op was so good and i liked how they didn’t show countless minutes of the tryouts bc we already know how they’re gonna end…..
Apr 21, 2022 9:10 AM
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I love football and I love this anime. Listening to the opening song makes me feel like I'm getting back to my childhood dream which tells me it's not over yet.
 
Apr 22, 2022 8:12 AM

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Oh man, the OP looks and sounds so good. We got to see the whole team in the ED. ED was pretty good too.

Now we're getting into the good part. Loved that big brain play by Aoi.

Idk about you guys but that Soichiro dude seems like captain material.

I hope we can see more of past Fukuda. He seemed like a beast back then.

Also, Aoi and Hana ship confirmed lol?

Eager to see the next episode!
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Apr 23, 2022 1:57 AM

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Of course they'll select that guy who did nothing but talk around, as quoted by himself too and will hesitate to select Aoi when he was the assist of that lone goal their team scored.
Apr 23, 2022 9:04 AM

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So far this is by far the better sports anime this season. I'm okay if they keep rushing through the chapters if we are going to get episodes like this. Surprisingly, even after having Yusuke Takeda in this, it doesn't look that striking.
May 5, 2022 10:01 AM

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The OP and ED are both soooo good. That was a great episode.

I love football. So I hope the anime incorporates actual tactics and stuff. Looks like we will meet the whole team in the next episode or so.

Also, Aoi and Hana ship...? Heh lol.
May 5, 2022 4:15 PM
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Another good episode. Hana and Ashito is so cute. Banger OP and ED. I don't know what's happening in the manga but this anime is going really well. As an anime only, this is really interesting and enjoyable.
May 10, 2022 2:52 AM
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RXZen said:
Another good episode. Hana and Ashito is so cute. Banger OP and ED. I don't know what's happening in the manga but this anime is going really well. As an anime only, this is really interesting and enjoyable.

Good to know that anime onlys are also enjoying it.
May 11, 2022 2:59 PM

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decent outing this ep, I did find the managers sister annoying tho lol
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May 12, 2022 7:10 AM
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Very fun to watch. So he got invited and he really did go to Esperion for tryout thanks to his brother who supports him a lot. Hana is cute too. I like that it has a good humor too. It's very engaging and inspiring.
Jul 3, 2022 6:07 AM

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I'm still not entertained enough or rather I still haven't found anything special about this anime. I hope this anime will be interesting in the next episode

3/5
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Jul 31, 2022 4:04 AM

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You're really going to leave us hanging like that, haha.
Sep 1, 2022 1:10 AM

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As predicted, arrogant ball hogging forward gets absolutely trashed by a semi competent defender. Very impressive pass though.

What I would give to have this kids FIFA over head Camera POV.
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Sep 6, 2022 12:06 PM

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Well a meetcute was unexpected in my Haikyuu-esk sports anime. Hope there isn't a bunch of romance stuff that gets in the way later
Sep 7, 2022 4:26 PM
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It was cool! Like a cool winter breeze.
Oct 18, 2022 3:02 AM

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Ashito’s ability is extremely useful. He literally brought the team together in the final few minutes of the game. I'm not sure why Ashito is always shouting while speaking lmao. And the coach’s expressions caught me off guard.

Hana gives me Yachi vibes for some reason. I don’t like romance in sports anime, tbh. I'd rather they focus on the sports aspect and not dwell too much on romance lmao.
Nov 28, 2022 9:54 PM

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He has an eagle eye! Can't wait to see what will happen in the future.
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Hana?


Well, the test is for the winners!!! kekeke
Jan 29, 2023 11:06 AM
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I'm waiting season 2 🇮🇳🙏 hotstar Hindi language please
Jun 18, 2023 1:16 AM
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So far I am liking the character design of Hana. In the first episode she came across as a bit annoying, but we get to learn more about her that she is just as passionate of soccer as her uncle. And she genuinely wants to be there for the teams. This is a bit surprising cuz in a lot of anime whenever there is a female character always this tsundere who is always pissing off other characters.

Also that lee jung suk made me laugh, all that japanese names and this random korean name came out of nowhere...
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This is an amazing sports anime masterpiece, which opened up and increased my knowledge, especially in terms of football, now I as an observer found Ashito in Trent Alexander Arnold (an English footballer) playing for the Liverpool club, before I didn't really mind it, but after seeing this anime I feel that my view of football is the same as the character "Anri" in this anime which is oriented towards strengthening the midfield, and now I know how strong the influence of a wing defender who can play at different levels is. Currently, even according to what is in this anime, Liverpool and Trent Alexander Arnold show their fangs with the playing style shown in this anime, so in my opinion "this is a very amazing anime, which can change your view of football, 10/10 "I hope to deliver the next season as soon as possible. Thank You.
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Gotta say, Aoi is an annoying little snot so far, but I'm quite optimistic about this show as a whole. The dribbling is animated well, the other characters really pull their weight in these early episodes, and the protagonist has a lot of time to develop and grow as a person.
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This is definitely Blue Lock lol
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