Tsubasa Episode 34: Captain

The episode explores Santana's tragic backstory—how he lost his grandparents and was raised by a strict owner to become an emotionless "cyborg" player.

This episode is primarily a recap narrated by Ishizaki, covering the events of the Yomiuriland national tournament and Nankatsu’s early journey.

The match between the Brancos and Domingo intensifies as Santana scores with a "Flying Drive Shot".

In this version, episode 34 moves away from the school arc to focus on professional rivalries in Brazil.

This version continues the international arc, focusing on the Japanese team preparing for a practice match against Wakabayashi in Germany. Wakabayashi famously warns the team that they cannot win without Tsubasa. Are you following a specific version of the anime, or Captain Tsubasa (2018) - Episode 34 discussion : r/anime

Viewers on Reddit praised the episode for its faithful adaptation of manga chapters 58–60 and for effectively building hype for the tournament arc.

Tsubasa receives an inspiring message from Wakabayashi, reinforcing his dream to go to Brazil.

Kojiro Hyuga travels to Okinawa for grueling training with his former coach, Kira, but upon his return, he is benched by Toho’s coach for his "lost edge".