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Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump has launched an exciting new manga series called Embers, which combines high-energy soccer action with the raw intensity of delinquent street fights. This fresh addition to the magazine aims to offer a unique twist on the sports genre, blending themes of rivalry, personal growth, and redemption.
At the heart of Embers is Noboru Haitani, a middle school student infamous for his undefeated streak in street fights. He is known as a tough, fearless brawler, feared by his peers for his strength and combat skills. However, despite his dominance in fights, Haitani has little interest in traditional sports—especially soccer, which he initially sees as a game with no real connection to his world of fists and street brawls.
Everything changes when Haitani finds himself facing an unexpected defeat—not in a fight, but on the soccer field. This loss shakes him to his core, sparking a fire inside him that he never anticipated. For the first time, he experiences the sting of being outmatched in something other than combat, and this newfound challenge intrigues him. Instead of walking away, Haitani becomes determined to understand the sport and master it, channeling the same raw intensity he uses in fights into his gameplay.
The manga is written by Kei Kurumazaki and illustrated by Sotaro Nishii, whose previous experience as an assistant on Blue Lock—one of the most popular soccer manga in recent years—brings a level of dynamic and expressive artwork to the series. The action-packed debut chapter is already available for free on both the Shonen Jump and VIZ Media apps, with new chapters set to be released every Monday.
With its fusion of soccer and delinquent culture, Embers is poised to offer something fresh for both sports manga fans and readers who enjoy high-stakes, character-driven storytelling. Fans of Blue Lock, Slam Dunk, or Tokyo Revengers may find themselves drawn to Embers, as it promises intense rivalries, high-energy matches, and a protagonist who is ready to fight—both on and off the field.
