Shin Captain Tsubasa 1989
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- July 1, 1989
- Format
- 1 season · 13 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~6.5 hours (30 min/ep)
- Created By
- Yoichi Takahashi
What is Shin Captain Tsubasa?
Shin Captain Tsubasa is a television series first released in 1989. Catalogued under Animation, Action & Adventure.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 13
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 1, 1989
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.4/10
- Format
- 1 season · 13 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~30 minutes
- Status
- Ended
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 13 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Shin Captain Tsubasa is a television series first released in 1989. Catalogued under Animation, Action & Adventure. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 13 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“Japan’s U‑16 team battles Europe to clinch a thrilling World Cup final”
- High‑energy soccer matches
- Underdog victory narrative
- Showcases international competition
- Focus is almost entirely on match sequences
- Limited character backstory
Watch it if you love fast‑paced soccer anime and underdog tournament stories.
The series is animated, family‑friendly sports drama with no explicit content.
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What sport does Shin Captain Tsubasa center on?
It focuses on soccer, following Japan’s U‑16 team in the World Cup.
In which tournament does the story take place?
The series is set during the U‑16 World Cup hosted in France.
Who are the notable German players mentioned?
The German side includes goalkeeper Moeller, all‑round ace Kalz, and forward Schneider.
Does Japan win the final match?
Yes, Japan wins the final 3‑2 against Germany.
Is Shin Captain Tsubasa an animated series?
Yes, it is an animated action‑adventure series about football.
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