Things continue to get better for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road fans. Firstly, the game was a major success, and fans have enjoyed it. And, to make things better, the soccer RPG is officially getting its own manga adaptation. The series is going back to the pages of CoroCoro Comic for the first time in years. The manga, titled Inazuma Eleven: Eiyu-tachi no Victory Road, will be illustrated by the longtime series artist Tenya Yabuno, who has a major part in the early popularity of the series..
The manga begins serialization in the December 2025 issue of Monthly CoroCoro Comic, which hits store shelves in mid-November. It’s designed to explore characters and themes that complement the game’s story, rather than simply retelling it in a new medium.
According to the official announcement, the manga will feature a “sharp-minded protagonist paired with a fiery, rebellious striker”. Fans can enjoy the manga as it is serialized alongside the game.
Why This Manga Adaptation Matters
For many fans, Inazuma Eleven has always thrived as a cross-media franchise. The games, manga, and anime series have historically worked together to build a connected universe filled with over-the-top soccer action, heartfelt character arcs, and the signature dramatic flair the series is known for.
It’s obvious that the entire franchise is getting a reboot. The manga announcement, just as the game pushes out into the market, signals that the creators want to re-energize the franchise and bring it to the new generation.
The fact that Tenya Yabuno is behind this manga is a breath of relief. His art style and storytelling helped shape the earliest Inazuma Eleven manga. The fact that we know he is behind this one gives the manga instant credibility among fans.
With both the manga and the game launching around the same time, Inazuma Eleven is stepping into a new era. Whether you want to flip through the pages of the manga or play through the extensive RPG game, one thing is for sure — Inazuma Eleven is back, and the franchise as a whole may become even more popular as a result.
