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Aug 27, 2022 10:09 AM
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Togashi's backstory was very interesting, and sets the stage for a very exciting match.
Aug 27, 2022 10:47 AM
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BigBoya said:
This episode truly delivered Production IG vibes. It finally felt like a sport series made by Production IG . I hope they stay consistent with production just like this episode. Their is no annoying still frames which were used to fill the runtime of the episode instead they actually animated all the character movements perfectly.
5/5
wut u forgot ep 15 and 17 ?
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Aug 27, 2022 10:56 AM
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em_doubleyou said:
BigBoya said:
This episode truly delivered Production IG vibes. It finally felt like a sport series made by Production IG . I hope they stay consistent with production just like this episode. Their is no annoying still frames which were used to fill the runtime of the episode instead they actually animated all the character movements perfectly.
5/5


the previous few episodes' animation wasn't the greatest, but I would be disappointed if the actual climax of this season - the match against the best team in their league - doesn't get better treatment. Here's hoping.
it will better treament they already all in in cour 2 man
Aug 27, 2022 11:06 AM
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Apr 2015
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transitional episode. Low intensity compared to the previous ones
Aug 27, 2022 11:51 AM
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Dec 2020
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Great as always!!
Aug 27, 2022 11:58 AM
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Now I understand why Togashi can't stand the promoted players because those guys don't play with the same intensity as him. I know these guys want to go pro by looking good for the coaching staff, but that limits their ability to get better after every match.
Aug 27, 2022 12:07 PM
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Mar 2019
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JUST WAITIN FOR MATCH
Aug 27, 2022 1:04 PM
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Sep 2018
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Dont want the background story!!!!
Aug 27, 2022 2:17 PM
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Ready for the big game
Aug 27, 2022 2:37 PM
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this was the 20th episode and we got some backstory again. I believe now that they need a season 2, because they can't finish it with this pacing.
“Do what feels right in your heart. You will be criticized either way.” (Eleanor Roosevelt)
Aug 27, 2022 4:08 PM
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Togashi the mf goat
Aug 27, 2022 5:10 PM

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I see the merit to what Kuroda was saying but Togashi is 100% right. It'll be hard to go pro with the half-hearted mindset Kuroda and the others had when they were younger.
Aug 27, 2022 5:50 PM
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5/5 MC almost didn't talk
Aug 27, 2022 6:26 PM

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Wow, they gave Togashi such a good backstory, laying down his motivations and especially the animosity he feels towards the teammates. I have to say though, while its impressive that the anime is able to present both sides neutrally, Togashi did behave a lot like an a-hole.

Hope the rest of the cast gets fleshed out as well.




Aug 27, 2022 7:00 PM
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Feb 2018
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great episode, explored more on the side cast, some characters are developing. overall a masterpiece in work. cant wait for next episode. also the opening still isnt on spotify :(
Aug 27, 2022 7:03 PM

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i cant pick a side here, i understand both povs and their reasonings are reasonable but young esperion youth were fuckin assholes lol, even if its unintentional. though thats what makes it pretty scary. how they're doing it with no malicious intent whatsoever. but then again, they were young 11-13 y/o boys back then so i really hope they've reflected on it more. just like how takeshima did.

im so happy tachibana has picked himself up ahhhh great to see him not being super depressive and all that. im kinddda missing hana tho😞😞
Aug 27, 2022 8:50 PM
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Jan 2019
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This episode was done really well! As someone who read the manga, I don't have any complaints.
Aug 27, 2022 9:47 PM
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Feb 2020
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togashi the goat no kizzy
Aug 27, 2022 11:31 PM
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I don't know man, this episode was alright i guess, i actually liked that they showed us the reasons of Togashi's hate towards the cadets, apart from the flashback which was alright, nothing too special.

Of course as an enjoyer and like everyone (Maybe), when i watch an episode of Ao Ashi, i always prefer matches before some lore episode (that's why i love captain Tsubasa), and this is not the case, but don't misunderstand me, it was ok.
Aug 28, 2022 1:09 AM

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Finally good to see Togashi's backstory

Wonder who I'd side with
Aug 28, 2022 2:34 AM
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I thought the episode was actually going to be the start of the Musashino match, but it's good to see that the team is trying to work through their inner conflicts to come together to turn their season around.

Ao Aishi gives me a real sense of empathy and nostalgia being a former soccer player who started out at local clubs as an outside midfielder/ attacking mid, then moved into the MLS academy program as an outside back, and was given a shot to go play internationally; so, in my perspective, I'm actually excited to see the next Aoi training episode for defending and seeing if they will teach him how to 1v1 defend or 2v1 defend. I would love to see a storyline where Aoi has gained confidence in his positional play for outside back, but then he goes head to head against a winger in a match that has insane skill moves that it takes 4 players to take the ball off of him. Like one of the great entertainers of football, such as Ronaldinho or a CR7 esque player. I believe that would really give him another push to keep learning more about the position and how important of a role that position plays as you get into higher level of competition in soccer,
Aug 28, 2022 2:45 AM
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Romangelo said:
Man... one episode wasted on stupid flashback.

you know right that this episode is clearing many stuffs and making us understand the situation and the problems? If you don't realize that then you're not fit to watch anime.
Aug 28, 2022 2:48 AM
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phantomfandom said:
I still don't get why they're fighting but shouldn't Togashi brawl with Kuroda instead of Takeshima? I just hope there's no permanent damage from the brawling.

And Takeshima already bring girls to the match since elementary school? What a playboy! But who wouldn't want a potential pro soccer like him as a boyfriend? The more I think about it the more I think it's a good idea, so I should find a soccer boyfriend or two...

Look like it's gonna be Tachibana moment to shine until the end of this anime, he has to solve the team conflict, while at the same time face his past at Musashino, he'll almost be a protagonist, can Aoi steal this position back to him? LOL


Kuroda is being protected by the other promoted players because they believe that the way they were taught to play as children is the correct way to play. Togashi is challenging their style of play with his own, which, from a coach's perspective looking into the future, this conflict is a very good thing, if they over come it together. Reason I say this is because, if any of these players want to make it to the next level, they will have to encounter players just like Togashi, Kuroda and the promoted players. Players that are arrogant and stubborn to the way they play the game. Not saying that either of them are wrong, in fact, both are correct. That's the beauty of the game is that there are multiple ways to win games, whether its being calculated or being "balls to the walls;" Each player's style has to mesh with the other 11's in order to win the game. That's why you see the best team's in the world are not filled with players who came from the same background, they come from everywhere and they bring the best part's of each style together for a beautiful spectacle of team-play for 90 minutes. These players that are chosen are usually masters of all forms of styles of play, so if Aoi and they Esperion Youth Team want any chance to go pro, this obstacle is the their first stop at doing so.
Aug 28, 2022 2:52 AM

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inner conflicts really can't be avoided but rather face it and acknowledge your weaknesses!
5/5.


Aug 28, 2022 4:38 AM
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Oct 2021
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Amazing and good backstory, you guys are amazing!
Aug 28, 2022 5:27 AM

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character development insane lvl
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Aug 28, 2022 5:33 AM
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Nov 2021
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it would be better if we could see the mc more
Aug 28, 2022 6:33 AM
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Sep 2020
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backstory was kinda mid
Aug 28, 2022 8:31 AM

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Oh boy, a Togashi backstory. Seems like Kuroda and Takeshima were quite cocky when they were young. Poor Togashi felt really humiliated and inferior to them. I mean they were talking down to him at least in some instances.

Togashi straight-up beating up Takeshima after the match was wrong though. Words should always come before violence.

Looks like Tachibana's words got through to most of the team. But Togashi and Kuroda are still not in the right mood and mindset for the upcoming match.

Aoi's playing style will finally be decided in the Musashino match. I'm still sure he'll embrace the role of a defender since it's more logical and will help him go much further in the long run.
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Aug 28, 2022 12:38 PM

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this whole togashi and red dude conflict kinda annoying
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Aug 28, 2022 1:50 PM

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boring ep tbh lol this series started so strong too
Aug 28, 2022 2:26 PM
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Apr 2020
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i really liked the tb. overal really liked the last ep!!!!! animation is amazing
Aug 28, 2022 5:17 PM
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Nov 2017
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its late and filler
Aug 28, 2022 7:02 PM
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Apr 2019
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was really emotional
Aug 28, 2022 8:18 PM
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Oct 2020
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This week's episode was crazy good.
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Aug 28, 2022 11:17 PM
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This episode was great because it really dove deep in understanding the ideology of the team and how they have thought and developed as players and individuals since they were in 6th grade. Very excited for the upcoming match!
Aug 29, 2022 6:22 AM
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I never thought about socce, and a person who is loving to play his position as his life depends on it, but this show depicts a lot about struggles faced by kid aoi and winning a game and becomiing an ace is very good.
Aug 29, 2022 8:21 AM
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To much past history
Aug 29, 2022 9:47 AM
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An unusual thing about Ao Ashi that I've come to appreciate is how much some of the players on their team just cannot fucking stand each other. It's an interesting change of pace from the usual where even when a show will depict them butting heads sometimes, everyone is big lovely best friends in the end.

I especially liked that even though Togashi has been the friendly delinquent with a heart of gold character the whole show, and the youth team guys were introduced as arrogant assholes, the flashback feels pretty clear that Togashi has actually been a douchebag picking fights with them over petty shit forever.
Aug 29, 2022 2:14 PM

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Second half of the episode was much better than the first half. It felt like they were 35-year old dudes with life experience knowing their whole future from tip to toe. Anyway, the match should be in the next episode. Looking forward to it.


“You yourself have to change first, or nothing will change for you!”
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Aug 29, 2022 4:54 PM

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I agree with Togashi that each game the main focus should always winning that match whoever Kuroda also isn't wrong, you should do everything to make your dreams come true, the problem is that they were more focused on leaving a good impression on the higher ups than winning the games
Aug 29, 2022 10:50 PM
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Foi um ótimo episódio de flashback.
Aug 30, 2022 4:07 AM
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Even though i like the manga more the point of the flashback was brought over well.
Aug 30, 2022 4:10 AM
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Jul 2021
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The Story is well writen and the characters really familiar to me. I like it!
Aug 30, 2022 6:16 AM

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Finally know why Togashi and the others don't get along. I honestly see both sides but I also think getting caught up in the future creates a lot of issues when faced with your current time. I understand Togashi for that reason. Honestly, I'm still not sure because the more I think about it the more I can see both sides.
Aug 30, 2022 6:01 PM
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I swear if they’re not playing the match this ep ima get mad but still it’s a sick anime can’t wait for next week!
Aug 31, 2022 5:33 AM
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Jul 2020
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very veryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy good
Aug 31, 2022 12:04 PM
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Sep 2021
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cool of an episode
Aug 31, 2022 9:30 PM
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Nov 2021
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The team is working hard together and starting to harmonise with one another.
Sep 1, 2022 10:09 PM
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Nov 2021
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It was refreshing to have a decent sports anime this season!
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