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Ao Ashi Season 2 anime confirmed for 2026 with new studio

Ao Ashi Season 2 anime confirmed for 2026 with new studio

TOI Entertainment Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 29, 2025, 21:01 IST

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Great news for Ao Ashi fans. A second season is coming in 2026. TMS Entertainment will handle the animation this time. The first season was a hit back in 2022. It won hearts with its story and characters. Ashito's football journey will continue. The manga series is also ending soon. The final volume is expected in May 2025.

Ao Ashi Season 2 anime confirmed for 2026 with new studio

After more than three years, Ao Ashi fans finally have something to celebrate. The second season of the popular football anime has officially been announced and will release in 2026. This time, the animation studio will change from Production I.G to TMS Entertainment, which is known for anime like Dr. STONE and Sakamoto Days.
A new teaser visual was also revealed to mark the announcement. Season 1 aired back in 2022 and became a fan favourite for its strong story, emotional depth, and love for football. Now, Ashito’s journey will continue on screen once again.

New studio, same passion for football

The Ao Ashi anime is based on the manga written by Yugo Kobayashi. It follows the story of Ashito Aoi, a talented but rough footballer from Ehime. After losing an important junior high match, Ashito is scouted by Tatsuya Fukuda, who sees his potential. This sets Ashito on a journey to join a youth club that trains future J-League players.
Season 1 had 22 episodes and aired from April to September 2022. It was praised for its animation and emotional storytelling. While Production I.G handled the first season, TMS Entertainment will now take over production for Season 2.

The manga, which began in 2015, is also coming to an end. It will finish with 40 volumes, with the final one expected to release in May 2025. So, the second season of the anime will likely cover some of the final moments of the story.
Fans have been waiting a long time for this announcement, and many are excited to see Ashito’s growth both on and off the field.

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