Following Nankatsu’s victory in their first team match, Tsubasa begins his new life in the city with his mentor, Roberto Hongo, now living in his home.
The core drama involves Tsubasa’s mother, Natsuko, discovering a medical envelope from a university hospital. It contains Roberto’s diagnosis of retinal detachment , the condition that forced his abrupt retirement from professional football in Brazil. Captain Tsubasa (2018) Episode 4
Roberto begins rigorous morning training with Tsubasa at 5:00 a.m.. During the day, the Nankatsu Cheering Group is introduced, led by Sanae Nakazawa (the "Boss"), who is immediately captivated by Tsubasa’s skills. Key Character Developments Following Nankatsu’s victory in their first team match,
The episode contrasts Roberto’s lost career with Tsubasa’s burgeoning one, framing their relationship as a bridge between past tragedy and future hope. the Nankatsu Cheering Group is introduced