Isagi and Rin clash in a tactical deadlock. Bachira disrupts Rin’s flow with chaotic dribbling, while Isagi’s spatial awareness predicts Rin’s counter, setting up a decisive goal. Rin’s icy resolve cracks, acknowledging Isagi’s growth. Themes: rivalry’s crucible, ego-driven breakthroughs.
Isagi’s team faces Nagi in the Second Selection, whose flawless trapping stuns them. Isagi counters by weaponizing spatial awareness to predict Nagi’s moves, enabling a clutch goal. Themes: genius vs. adaptability, ego-driven innovation.
England’s U-20 team is revealed. Gagamaru is confirmed as the main goalkeeper. A new striker, Agi, is introduced as a potential top talent.
Childhood Bond: Flashbacks reveal young Rin and Sae’s close relationship, with Sae vowing to make Rin the “world’s best striker
Match Begins
The Second Selection begins: players form teams of 3 (later 5), with losers facing elimination. Isagi and Bachira strategize alliances, while Ego reveals all survivors are from Wing 5, dismantling hierarchy myths. Themes: ego-driven alliances, ruthless survival.