: Sakuma is immediately recognizable by his cyan hair and the grey eyepatch covering his right eye. This design evolves significantly throughout the series, notably becoming more mature in Inazuma Eleven GO where he serves as an assistant coach.
: Forward and later Captain in the Ares/Orion timeline. Sakuma Jirou
: A forbidden, high-risk solo shot used during his time at Shin Teikoku. : Sakuma is immediately recognizable by his cyan
: Strategic forward who replaces injured members to help Japan win the Football Frontier International. : A forbidden, high-risk solo shot used during
Overall, Sakuma Jirou is a fan-favourite whose journey from an arrogant rival to a dedicated teammate and mentor provides some of the series' most emotional moments. Detailed character breakdowns and stats can be explored on the Inazuma Eleven Wiki or discussed within community forums like the Inazuma Eleven Subreddit .
: A staple team technique performed with Kidou and other teammates.