This shocking moment happened in the finale of season 2.
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In the finale of season 2 of Cobra Kai, we watch Johnny throw his phone away in frustration following the school brawl that saw his star pupil Miguel (Xolo Maridueña) end up in the hospital at the hands of his son, Robby (Tanner Buchanan). As Johnny walks away there s a shot of his phone and it s revealed he received a Facebook friend request from Ali, Elisabeth Shue s beloved character in The Karate Kid who was responsible for launching the rivalry between Daniel and Johnny.
Fans of the show were excited, as it seemed certain Ali would be in season 3, but behind the scenes, the creators admit Shue hadn t agreed to be on the show yet.