Ep 4. A wounded Prince

Captain Tsubasa season 2 episode 4, "A Wounded Prince," opens with the Nankatsu team gearing up for their match against Meiwa FC. Things are getting intense as both teams are equally skilled and have something to prove. As the match begins, Nankatsu gets an early lead as Tsubasa and Misaki work together to score a goal. However, it soon becomes clear that the Meiwa team is not going to give up easily.

The Meiwa captain, Kojiro Hyuga, is determined to win this match as he wants to prove that he is the best soccer player in their region. However, things take a turn when Hyuga injures his leg in a collision with Tsubasa. The Meiwa team is horrified at the sight of their captain being injured and is unsure if he will be able to continue playing.

This unexpected turn of events shakes both teams and the spectators, and the match takes on a different tone. Meiwa's players start to lose their confidence, and the Nankatsu players begin to feel guilty about Hyuga's injury. Amidst all this drama, Tsubasa feels responsible for what has happened to Hyuga and tries to reach out to him to apologize.

But Hyuga is in no mood to accept apologies. He sees Tsubasa as his rival and is angry that he will have to be out of action for an unknown duration. The episode delves deeper into Hyuga's character as he struggles with the realization that he might be letting his team down. His passion for soccer and his desire to win is put to the test as he realizes that he might not be able to contribute in the way he usually does.

Meanwhile, Meiwa continues to play without their captain with a heavy heart and begins to make mistakes. The Nankatsu players see this as an opportunity to advance their lead further. However, in a moment of solidarity, Tsubasa suggests to the referee that he adds extra time to the game to allow for Hyuga to recover and get back into the game. This gesture earns him accolades even from the opposing team's coach and players, who realize that sportsmanship and fair play are as important as winning.

The rest of the episode showcases the Meiwa team stepping up their game as Hyuga returns to the playing field. His injury has made him more determined than ever before, and he realizes that he needs to be there for his team. The soccer match reaches its climax as both teams compete fiercely, and the stakes are higher than ever before.

Captain Tsubasa season 2 episode 4, "A Wounded Prince," is an emotional rollercoaster that highlights the importance of sportsmanship, friendship, and perseverance during tough times. It shows that soccer is more than just a game; it's about camaraderie, teamwork, and pushing oneself to be the best version of themselves. With its excellent animation, heartwarming moments, and intense soccer matches, this episode is one of the best yet in the series.