26 episodesFirst aired 6 April 2018
Ares depicts an alternative canon following the events of the first season of the original Inazuma Eleven anime after their victory in the Football Frontier, with the alien attack from the second season never occurring. The series focuses on the forward Asuto Inamori and his team, Inakuni Raimon, which is made up of players from the remote Inakunijima Island. Needing to maintain their club, they have replaced the original Raimon Eleven as Raimon Junior High's soccer team and compete as underdogs in the annual Football Frontier youth tournament.
E1Apr 201824m
The bright and positive Sonny Wright along with his passionate teammates make the difficult decision of leaving their island home to continue their one joy in life; soccer.
E2Apr 201824m
Sonny and the new Raimon Eleven struggle to understand the training given to them by their odd manager, Mister Yi.
E3Apr 201824m
The odd methods continue as Mister Yi gears the Raimon team up for their first official match against the school with an incredible defense, Rampart Jr. High.
E4Apr 201824m
The day is finally here. It's Raimon vs Rampart and Mister Yi is still up to his strange tactics.
E5May 201824m
Though an incredible striker, Elliot Ember fails to command his teammates' respect due to his inconsistent attendance and performance.
E6May 201824m
Things heat up as Polestar Academy goes against Kirkwood Junior High. Renowned Flame Striker, Axel Blaze, leads Kirkwood players with great teamwork and powerful moves.
E7May 201824m
With Elliot's evolution into a dependable ace striker, Polestar Academy finally finds its footing against Kirkwood.
E8May 201824m
The Raimon Eleven are left on their own against the analytical team, Anima Sana, in the 3rd round prelim.
E9Jun 201824m
The diabolical Ray Dark is once again the commander of the Royal Academy team, despite being previously condemned.
E10Jun 201824m
The morale of Royal Academy starts to fall apart when the players find out Ray Dark's dishonest approach.
E11Jun 201824m
Sonny feels lost about his motive for playing soccer. Then, he receives a letter from his late mother with a message that may change everything.
E12Jun 201824m
In the final match of the preliminaries, it's once again Raimon vs Polestar.
E13Jun 201824m
Determined to crush Raimon, Elliot's onslaught is relentless. However, even with Sonny's injured leg, the eleven stand firm.
E14Jul 201824m
The Football Frontier finals begin and the story of the mysterious Heath Moore is about to unfold.
E15Jul 201824m
Elliot's chance for revenge is here as Polestar faces off against Lunar Prime.
E16Jul 201824m
Raimon may be facing their toughest opponents yet - Alpine Jr. High. Alpine Jr. High is a refined school from the north, known for their top strikers.
E17Jul 201824m
Here to shake things up, Bunny Cottontail has entered the field. An unpredictable force, Bunny is a beginner at the game but an incredibly fast learner and runner.
E18Aug 201824m
Raimon's next opponent is the brilliant Alia Academy, but Alia faces their own darkness.
E19Aug 201824m
With Hunter on the bench, Alia Academy is in trouble.
E20Aug 201824m
Xavier blasts through as a one-man show, but soccer is a team sport. To have a chance at winning this game Hunter will have to convince Xavier to trust his teammates.
E21Aug 201824m
The Raimon Eleven are on cloud nine from reaching the semi-finals, that is until they hear they'll be facing the legendary goalie and captain, Mark Evans.
E22Aug 201824m
Under the legendary Mark Evans, Everytown Junior High has become a formidable opponent. Maxime must rise to the occasion and bring the Raimon Eleven together.
E23Sept 201824m
Now that Maxime has stepped up and rallied the team, the Raimon Eleven are back in business.
E24Sept 201824m
The final showdown between Raimon and Lunar Prime is almost here, but illness and injury plague both teams.
E25Sept 201824m
It's the final battle: Raimon vs. Lunar Prime. Will Heath and Elliot be able to overcome their animosity and play honestly? This heated match is just getting started.
E26Sept 201824m
The second half is under way and it's the fiercest fight yet. With Sonny, Elliot, and Heath all aiming for victory, who will come out on top?