: While some viewers initially struggled with the Season 4 art style change, reviews for this specific episode noted that the animation felt more fluid and better suited for the high-intensity rallies.
: Despite his exhaustion, Kenma outmaneuvers the opposition, setting the final ball to Fukunaga to secure the win for Nekoma. Critical Reception & Reviews
: Fans noted that Sarukawa was one of the most "Karasuno-like" teams due to their balanced play, making the tactical battle against Nekoma's defense highly engaging.