A reality-based soccer anime without any superpowers. The basic concept is quite average, our protagonist is going to try his luck at a test game that will be crucial to his football career.
The basic concept is true that it is not particularly outstanding, the details are what make it really enjoyable, it is what sets it apart from other works. It highlights the peculiarities of the game well and places great emphasis on its tactical side. The specific but realistic abilities of the characters are presented with interesting metaphors.
Music
About the music, the opening is kinda banger, the background music gives you the right atmosphere, but it doesn’t provide an unforgettable experience.
Visuals:
The art style is good, but nothing special. However, the characters' designs adapt well to the anime's atmosphere. The animation of the movement during football is a bit strange, but it can’t be said to be bad. (it is the best among football animes so far.)
Caracters.
Aoi Ashito:
His attitude to football is no different from other protagonists. He is just want to play football against the strongest enemies, and enjoy every moment of it.
Fukuda Tatsuya:
A former professional footballer and former member of the Japanese national football team as a midfielder.Currently the coach of the youth Esperion FC. He is crazy obsessed with football, leads the team with his own unique way. (In my opinion, he is the most interesting character by far.)
Hana Ichijou
The little sister of Fukuda Tatsuya. She began to care for Aoi since she finds his attitude and mindset simimilar to his brothers. She has the potential to become a good character
I can totally recommend it to any football fan , since the beggining it fills me with a feeling that i haven't felt in a long time. I have very high hopes for this series, it is only at the beginning but there were moments that already gave me goosebumps.
It also could be interesting for people who isnt really to football, It seems like the anime will also let the dramatic side of its story....
