The main character, Endou Mamoru, is a very talented goalkeeper and the grandson of one of the strongest goalkeepers in Japan, who died before he was born. Even though his skills are incredible his school lacks a real soccer club as the 6 other members don't appear very interested even in training. But as soon as a mysterious forward called Gouenji moves to Endou's town, the young goalkeeper sets out to find and recruit members for his soccer team.
Episodes
127
Aired
Fall 2008
Score
7.7
Popularity
#1113
FootballSuper PowerKidsPrimarily Teen CastMale ProtagonistSchool ClubPrimarily Child CastEnsemble Cast
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