The revolutionary soccer manga taking the world by storm. Follow 300 strikers in Japan's most extreme football training program.
Blue Lock (ブルーロック) is a revolutionary soccer manga series created by Muneyuki Kaneshiro (story) and Yusuke Nomura (art). Since its debut in Weekly Shonen Magazine in August 2018, it has redefined the sports manga genre with its unique approach to competition and individual excellence.
After Japan's disappointing exit from the 2018 World Cup, the Japan Football Association launches the "Blue Lock" project - an extreme training facility designed to create the world's greatest striker. 300 high school forwards enter, but only one will emerge as Japan's ultimate weapon.
Award-winning manga creator known for his innovative storytelling and deep character development.
Renowned artist whose dynamic illustrations bring the intensity of Blue Lock to life.
Forward - Protagonist
The determined protagonist who transforms from an ordinary player into a world-class striker through sheer will and strategic thinking. Known for his exceptional spatial awareness and ability to adapt to any situation.
Weapon: Spatial Awareness & Meta Vision
Team: Team Z → Team White → Bastard München
Forward - The Monster
The free-spirited genius who plays with his "monster" - an instinctive drive that makes him unpredictable on the field. His creativity and dribbling skills are unmatched.
Weapon: Monster (Intuitive Play)
Team: Team Z → Team White → FC Barcha
Forward - Genius
The naturally gifted prodigy whose exceptional talent is matched only by his initial lack of motivation. Features in his own spin-off manga "Episode Nagi".
Weapon: Trapping & First Touch
Team: Team V → Team White → Manshine City
Forward - Left-footed Sniper
The powerful left-footed striker known for his incredible shooting power and range. Underwent dramatic changes after the Wild Card selection.
Weapon: Powerful Left Foot
Team: Team Z → Wild Card → Bastard München
Forward - Speed Demon
The fastest player in Blue Lock with incredible acceleration and top speed. Once feared a career-ending injury but overcame his limitations.
Weapon: 44 Panther (Speed)
Team: Team Z → Team Red → Manshine City
Forward - Destroyer
The cold and calculating striker with incredible technical skills. Younger brother of Sae Itoshi and one of the most talented players in Blue Lock.
Weapon: Destruction & Puppet Control
Team: Team X → Team Red → Paris X Gen
Episodes: 24
Studio: 8bit
Air Date: October 9, 2022 - March 26, 2023
Story Arc: First Selection & Second Selection
Watch the journey begin as 300 strikers enter the Blue Lock facility for the ultimate competition.
Episodes: 14
Studio: 8bit & Studio Kai
Air Date: October 5, 2024 - Present
Story Arc: Japan U-20 Match
The selected Blue Lock members face Japan's U-20 national team in an epic showdown.
Release Date: April 19, 2024 (Japan)
Runtime: Approximately 91 minutes
Focus: Seishiro Nagi's backstory and journey
Box Office: Successful worldwide release
Experience Nagi's perspective before and during the Blue Lock project in this theatrical release that adapts the popular spin-off manga.
Publication: Weekly Shonen Magazine (Kodansha) since August 2018
Latest Volume: Volume 34 (December 2024)
Current Arc: Neo Egoist League
Volumes: 8 (Completed August 2025)
Focus: Seishiro Nagi's perspective
Follow Nagi's journey from his lazy high school days to becoming one of Blue Lock's most talented players.
Movie Adaptation: Released April 2024
Title: "Before the Battle, We Were..."
Volumes: 2+ published
Content: Character backstories and additional insights
Explore the lives of key characters before they entered Blue Lock, including detailed backgrounds of Isagi, Bachira, Chigiri, and others.
The latest chapter showcases incredible developments in the Neo Egoist League as players face their ultimate challenges in European clubs.
The VS Japan U-20 match reaches its climax with stunning animation and intense football action that fans have been waiting for.
The series continues to gain global recognition for its innovative approach to sports manga and character development.
Good Smile Company reveals new collectible figures of Isagi, Bachira, and Nagi with multiple expressions and accessories.
Following successful exhibitions in Japan, the Blue Lock experience is coming to major cities worldwide in 2025.
A new mobile football game featuring Blue Lock characters and training systems is scheduled for release in 2025.
Incredible artwork celebrating Blue Lock characters and moments
Creative stories expanding the Blue Lock universe
Anime Music Videos showcasing the best Blue Lock moments
In-depth analysis and predictions about future story developments
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