Eyeshield 21

Description

From Viz:
What does a wimpy kid who's been bullied all his life have to depend on but his own two feet? Sena Kobayakawa is about to start his first year in high school and he's vowed not to get picked on anymore. Unfortunately, the sadistic captain of the football team already has his eye on Sena and his lightning-fast speed.

Type

Manga

Related Series

Jump Super Stars (Alternate Version)

Associated Names

ES21

Eyeshield 21 - ไอ้หนูไต้ฝุ่นมะกันบอล (NED)

Eyeshield21

Айшилд 21

المقنع ٢١

アイシールド21

아이실드21

Groups Scanlating

N/A

Latest Release(s)

N/A

Status in Country of Origin

37 Volumes (Complete)

Completely Scanlated?

Yes

Anime Start/End Chapter

Starts at Vol 1, Chap 1

Ends at Vol 27, Chap 240

User Reviews

Eyeshield 21 by SaneJenn

Eyeshield 21 by buddyboy

Eyeshield 21 by bernabe7

Forum

34 topics, 267 posts

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User Rating

Average: 8.7 / 10.0 (1658 votes)

Bayesian Average: 8.66 / 10.0

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Last Updated

August 14th, 2025 5:46am PDT - 2 months ago

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Genre

Action Comedy School Life Shounen Sports
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Author(s)

Artist(s)

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Original Publisher

Shueisha

Serialized In (magazine)

Shuukan Shounen Jump (Shueisha)

Licensed (in English)

Yes

English Publisher

Viz (37 Volumes - Complete; print)

Activity Stats (vs. other series)

Weekly Pos #541

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Monthly Pos #1223

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3 Month Pos #1918

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6 Month Pos #2205

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Year Pos #3013

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List Stats

On 1813 reading lists

On 788 wish lists

On 3722 completed lists

On 147 unfinished lists

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will there be a new eyeshiled

15 years ago

Eyeshield 333[end] [spoiler!!]

15 years ago

Favorite Team

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Eyeshield 21 332

15 years ago

Eyeshield21 332[spoiler]

16 years ago

User Comments [ Order by usefulness ]

lol

by cyttonmyface
17 years ago

Rating: 8.0 / 10.0

architta's review actually cracked me up. If hes looking for realism in comic/manga especially in that of shounen genre, id have to say hes just plain stupid or had been tackled way too many times to think coherently. I also play football, and love watching the NFL and yes the manga is far fetched but that does not hinder me from enjoying eyeshield.

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You Must Read This

by theoserenity
17 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

Eyeshield 21 is one of those mangas that you shouldn't miss reading. The characters are lovable especially Hiruma (lolx) and if your into something with action and humour then this is the manga your looking for. It's really good.

... Last updated 17 years ago

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Don't pass it up.

by sellega
17 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

Eyeshield 21 is one of the best shonen manga running. It's funny in a fresh way. I love when serious moments are downplayed with completely offbeat comedic timing. And you gotta love Hiruma, the team quarterback. He first comes off as violent, blackmailing, gun-happy and, well, just batshit insane. And while some things never change, you soon perceive other surprising aspects to his character: he's brilliant, dedicated, a great strategist and an amazing leader.

Looking for romance in ES21? What you will find is a fascinating relationship between Hiruma and Mamori (team manager): threats with brooms and guns, a secret hand language, support with a side of teasing, and mutual understanding. It's fun and crazy and unexpectedly sweet. Also, Sena (running back) and Suzuna (head cheerleader) have a great friendship with hints of something more.

There's something to love about every team member of the DevilBats, as well as the members of other teams. Note, there is no "bad" or "villainous" character in ES21. Rather, you'll find (mostly) multifaceted rivals who you don't want to see lose either. Speaking of losing, someone below me mentioned how he/she thought it was boring how the DevilBats win every game. If I'm not mistaken, they lost a couple and tied once...Each match is really unique (play-wise) and I always anticipate Hiruma's secret moves and the growth of individual DevilBat players.

Other things you'll love about this manga: beautifully detailed art, the themes of teams (complete with cosplaying cheerleaders), football made simple though not unrealistic, Hiruma's crazy stunts (for example: confiscating everyone's passports and practically kidnapping the team) and blackmails, hilarious omakes/"investigations," gambling in Las Vegas, underage drinking (lol!) and much more.

... Last updated 17 years ago

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Good and adictive

by Jadakra
17 years ago

Rating: N/A

My first sports manga, a friend recommended it to me and now im hooked.
There's just something about this series that makes you want more the more you read.

... Last updated 17 years ago

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10/10

by NochiTheReaper
17 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

Eyeshield 21 is easily the best sports manga out there, without a doubt. First off, the characters. All of the characters in this series are so cleverly done! Even the opponents have depth, and you don't want to see them lose, either! Eyeshield is loaded with action, drama, suspense and hilarious comedy. You'll be hooked. Even if you hate football, don't let that stop you. I hated it too, before reading Eyeshield, but I love it, now!

Overall, a great story, fantastic characters, and a perfect blend of action and comedy makes Eyeshield 21 one of the best manga out there.

... Last updated 17 years ago

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please dont get confused between life and comic book

by Flash
17 years ago

Rating: 9.0 / 10.0

@ architta..
aww come on,get a break..this is manga,anything can happens
i do play football in my early years,but i didn't complain..since i know that es21 just a fantasy.

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not for actual football players.

by architta
17 years ago

Rating: 1.0 / 10.0

I actully play football, and I have to say, this is rlly bad, the rules are not right, the plays are just "fantasy" plays they would never rlly work. some stuff isn't even realistic. If you play football then u'll understand that this is nothing like the actual thing. Its unreal. Some parts are funny but other wise I don't see anything special. I would give a higher rating (maybe a 3) but because it has such a high rating, im giving it a low rating, u dig?

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the only shounen series I stuck with

by arrha
18 years ago

Rating: N/A

Eyeshield 21 is definitely one of the best shounen series around. I love all of the characters, I think they're one of the most developed characters ever made in manga, even the 'villains'. I find myself cheering on for them when they're leading as well as sympathizing with them when they're down in the dumps. The games are really the one to watch out for although the filler in between is also surely not to be missed. Also, ES21 is one of those manga whose jokes and circumstances you will never really get tired of.

If you are an avid manga reader and you haven't read this, you ARE surely and 100% missing out so go download/buy it now!!!

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Two thumbs up!

by Uhnnown
18 years ago

Rating: 9.0 / 10.0

One of the best ongoing shounen around. Period.

The reason why this is true, is because firstly the art is so very overwhelming and detailed. Each page has a lot of detail and you can see the amount of care it is drawn with. It is possible to just stare at a page for a few minutes, just to get all the details. The silly humor, which will draw in the casual reader, and consume the fans with subtle pokes at other shounens. But this just accentuates the drama and over the top parts, which will leave you saying "Awesome...!" over and over again. The silly characters are very appealing too. Each and every one of them is given a distinct personality. Plus, in the official manga releases, from either VIZ or the original Tankoubon, it includes a small background story sometime, like habits, how their room looks like, and other several stats, to flesh out the characters.

Eyeshield 21 is often over the top, sometimes dramatic at just the right moment, and definitely a must read. Not just for American Football fans, but for everyone who can enjoy a perfect example of a top quality manga.

... Last updated 18 years ago

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Awesome

by Kota
18 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

Notes: I'm American, and never really had too much interest in Football.

This is pretty cool. I realize much of it is stylized, but just how awesome stuff looks and sounds makes me wish I played more street football back in the day. I feel like watching football more now, even though I know it won't be like ES. Awesome.

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