: The stoic Seiichirou Shingyouji experiences a worsening "kicking problem" that severely affects his performance. The mental pressure of playing for Natsusa's sake begins to weigh visibly on him.

: Tensions between Taisei and Ibuki flare up on the field, further disrupting the team's cohesion. Natsusa is forced to watch helplessly from the sidelines with Yuu, unable to intervene. Critical Reception

: The episode centers on Doushisha University's game against Chasagakuin University . The opposing team is notoriously provocative, aiming to mess up Doushisha's plays and goading them into a physical brawl similar to one that occurred the year prior.

: To prevent a suspension, Takumi Hidaka makes several players—including Sousuke, Ethan, and Syouta—pledge not to fight back regardless of the other team's actions.

: Some viewers felt the transition from the match to the aftermath was abrupt, particularly the "cut away" to a hospital scene followed by the revelation that they had lost the match.

Episode 7 of the rugby anime number24 , titled marks a dramatic turning point as internal team tensions and individual struggles come to a head during a critical match. Episode Summary

: The episode ends on a particularly emotional cliffhanger where Seiichirou tells Natsusa not to attend the matches anymore, signaling a major rift in their childhood friendship.

: While the drama felt forced to some, others appreciated the added depth to characters like Taisei, whose hostility was revealed to stem from a deep admiration for his seniors.