Original
10/13/1983 - 03/27/1986 Finished
Captain Tsubasa (キャプテン翼)
Also known as: Flash Kicker
Tsubasa Oozora's singular passion is soccer. At eleven, this elementary school prodigy relocates to Nankatsu, a city renowned for competitive youth teams, where raw talent alone proves insufficient against seasoned rivals. Alongside goalkeeper Genzo Wakabayashi and Sanae Nakazawa, Tsubasa pursues his ambition to represent Japan in the FIFA World Cup,a dream demanding far more than skill.
100
Total episodes
100
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 100 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Captain Tsubasa have? Well, currently Captain Tsubasa has a total of 3 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
Original
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SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Captain Tsubasa doesn't have a single filler episode: all 100 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 100 episodes of Captain Tsubasa aired in 1983–1986 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Captain Tsubasa is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 100 without detours. If you came looking for which Captain Tsubasa episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
100 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The New Soccer Star10/13/1983 | 10/13/1983 | Canon |
| 2 | A Career Begins10/20/1983 | 10/20/1983 | Canon |
| 3 | Kick-Off for the Future10/27/1983 | 10/27/1983 | Canon |
| 4 | The Football Is My Best Friend11/03/1983 | 11/03/1983 | Canon |
| 5 | Where Is the Rival?11/10/1983 | 11/10/1983 | Canon |
| 6 | Blocked Off11/17/1983 | 11/17/1983 | Canon |
| 7 | The Show Must Go On11/24/1983 | 11/24/1983 | Canon |
| 8 | A Perfect Duo12/01/1983 | 12/01/1983 | Canon |
| 9 | The Last Chance12/08/1983 | 12/08/1983 | Canon |
| 10 | A Long Way to Brazil12/15/1983 | 12/15/1983 | Canon |
| 11 | The Provocation12/22/1983 | 12/22/1983 | Canon |
| 12 | No Easy Way12/29/1983 | 12/29/1983 | Canon |
| 13 | Fast Game in the Mud01/05/1984 | 01/05/1984 | Canon |
| 14 | Tsubasa Is Sieged01/12/1984 | 01/12/1984 | Canon |
| 15 | An Unfair Enemy01/19/1984 | 01/19/1984 | Canon |
| 16 | The Verification Test01/26/1984 | 01/26/1984 | Canon |
| 17 | The Youth National Championship02/02/1984 | 02/02/1984 | Canon |
| 18 | Fatal Confrontation02/09/1984 | 02/09/1984 | Canon |
| 19 | The Mighty Shot02/16/1984 | 02/16/1984 | Canon |
| 20 | Soccer Is My Dream02/23/1984 | 02/23/1984 | Canon |
| 21 | No Victory in Semi Final03/01/1984 | 03/01/1984 | Canon |
| 22 | The Brothers Tachibana03/08/1984 | 03/08/1984 | Canon |
| 23 | Ryo Shoots an Own Goal03/15/1984 | 03/15/1984 | Canon |
| 24 | The Fight for the Final03/22/1984 | 03/22/1984 | Canon |
| 25 | The Best Keeper of the Tournament03/29/1984 | 03/29/1984 | Canon |
| 26 | The End of a Career04/05/1984 | 04/05/1984 | Canon |
| 27 | Encounters in Semi-Final04/12/1984 | 04/12/1984 | Canon |
| 28 | The Brave Fighters from the North04/19/1984 | 04/19/1984 | Canon |
| 29 | Hard Confrontations04/26/1984 | 04/26/1984 | Canon |
| 30 | A Wounded Prince05/03/1984 | 05/03/1984 | Canon |
| 31 | A Brilliant Fight05/10/1984 | 05/10/1984 | Canon |
| 32 | Tsubasa in the Trap05/17/1984 | 05/17/1984 | Canon |
| 33 | I Can't Play05/24/1984 | 05/24/1984 | Canon |
| 34 | Tsubasa's Resurrection05/31/1984 | 05/31/1984 | Canon |
| 35 | Misugi, Don't Die06/07/1984 | 06/07/1984 | Canon |
| 36 | My Heart Still Beats06/14/1984 | 06/14/1984 | Canon |
| 37 | Mega-Shot06/21/1984 | 06/21/1984 | Canon |
| 38 | A Wise Decision06/28/1984 | 06/28/1984 | Canon |
| 39 | The Finale07/05/1984 | 07/05/1984 | Canon |
| 40 | The Shooting Secret07/12/1984 | 07/12/1984 | Canon |
| 41 | The Duel07/19/1984 | 07/19/1984 | Canon |
| 42 | Roar, Lion07/26/1984 | 07/26/1984 | Canon |
| 43 | Nankatsu in Crisis08/02/1984 | 08/02/1984 | Canon |
| 44 | The Equalizer08/09/1984 | 08/09/1984 | Canon |
| 45 | The Game Without Aces08/16/1984 | 08/16/1984 | Canon |
| 46 | Against Better Knowledge08/23/1984 | 08/23/1984 | Canon |
| 47 | Kojiro's Sign of Winning08/30/1984 | 08/30/1984 | Canon |
| 48 | Unsuccessful Overhead Kick09/06/1984 | 09/06/1984 | Canon |
| 49 | The Fight Continues09/13/1984 | 09/13/1984 | Canon |
| 50 | The Extra Time09/20/1984 | 09/20/1984 | Canon |
| 51 | What's the Result of the Extra Time09/27/1984 | 09/27/1984 | Canon |
| 52 | One New Strategy10/04/1984 | 10/04/1984 | Canon |
| 53 | Two Are Better Than One10/11/1984 | 10/11/1984 | Canon |
| 54 | The Duel of the Strikers10/18/1984 | 10/18/1984 | Canon |
| 55 | Tears Despite Success10/25/1984 | 10/25/1984 | Canon |
| 56 | Great Departures11/01/1984 | 11/01/1984 | Canon |
| 57 | The New Rival11/08/1984 | 11/08/1984 | Canon |
| 58 | The Shooting of the Hawk11/15/1984 | 11/15/1984 | Canon |
| 59 | Nankatsu vs. Otomo11/22/1984 | 11/22/1984 | Canon |
| 60 | Tsubasa vs. Nitta11/29/1984 | 11/29/1984 | Canon |
| 61 | A Hard Comparison12/06/1984 | 12/06/1984 | Canon |
| 62 | The Challenge12/13/1984 | 12/13/1984 | Canon |
| 63 | Decisions12/27/1984 | 12/27/1984 | Canon |
| 64 | Race Against Time12/27/1984 | 12/27/1984 | Canon |
| 65 | The Journey to Europe01/03/1985 | 01/03/1985 | Canon |
| 66 | The Duel01/10/1985 | 01/10/1985 | Canon |
| 67 | A King Resigns01/17/1985 | 01/17/1985 | Canon |
| 68 | The Letter01/24/1985 | 01/24/1985 | Canon |
| 69 | The National Championship01/31/1985 | 01/31/1985 | Canon |
| 70 | A Strong Enemy02/07/1985 | 02/07/1985 | Canon |
| 72 | The Secret Goal02/21/1985 | 02/21/1985 | Canon |
| 74 | Air Acrobats03/07/1985 | 03/07/1985 | Canon |
| 76 | The Acrobats03/21/1985 | 03/21/1985 | Canon |
| 78 | The Quarter Final04/04/1985 | 04/04/1985 | Canon |
| 80 | Tsugito's Trick Box04/18/1985 | 04/18/1985 | Canon |
| 82 | A Special Shot05/02/1985 | 05/02/1985 | Canon |
| 83 | Teamwork05/16/1985 | 05/16/1985 | Canon |
| 85 | Match Preparations05/23/1985 | 05/23/1985 | Canon |
| 87 | The Present for the Captain06/06/1985 | 06/06/1985 | Canon |
| 89 | The Letter from Europe06/20/1985 | 06/20/1985 | Canon |
| 91 | Where Love Falls07/04/1985 | 07/04/1985 | Canon |
| 93 | Fairness Goes First07/18/1985 | 07/18/1985 | Canon |
| 95 | A Captain as Hero08/01/1985 | 08/01/1985 | Canon |
| 97 | Hyuga's Challenge08/15/1985 | 08/15/1985 | Canon |
| 99 | Matchwinner Tsubasa08/29/1985 | 08/29/1985 | Canon |
| 101 | Tsubasa vs. Pierre, a Fair Fight09/12/1985 | 09/12/1985 | Canon |
| 103 | Unexpected Visit09/26/1985 | 09/26/1985 | Canon |
| 105 | The Last Fight Begins10/10/1985 | 10/10/1985 | Canon |
| 107 | Nankatsu Is Down10/24/1985 | 10/24/1985 | Canon |
| 108 | The Tiger Fights Alone11/07/1985 | 11/07/1985 | Canon |
| 109 | A Despair Fight11/14/1985 | 11/14/1985 | Canon |
| 111 | Tsubasa Doesn't Give Up11/21/1985 | 11/21/1985 | Canon |
| 113 | Thrill12/05/1985 | 12/05/1985 | Canon |
| 115 | Dream Goal12/19/1985 | 12/19/1985 | Canon |
| 117 | With All Power01/09/1986 | 01/09/1986 | Canon |
| 119 | The Unsuccessful Tiger Shot01/23/1986 | 01/23/1986 | Canon |
| 121 | To the Last Gasp02/06/1986 | 02/06/1986 | Canon |
| 123 | All or Nothing02/20/1986 | 02/20/1986 | Canon |
| 125 | Shared Victory03/06/1986 | 03/06/1986 | Canon |
| 127 | Hoping for Europe03/20/1986 | 03/20/1986 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Captain Tsubasa have?
Captain Tsubasa has a total of 3 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Captain Tsubasa have?
In total, Captain Tsubasa has 100 episodes distributed across its 3 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Captain Tsubasa?
It is recommended to watch Captain Tsubasa in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Captain Tsubasa online?
Captain Tsubasa is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Captain Tsubasa a complete anime?
Yes, Captain Tsubasa is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Captain Tsubasa have?
No, Captain Tsubasa does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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