: Throughout the match, Isagi struggles against Rin’s overwhelming tactical foresight. He realizes that Rin is playing a "higher version" of Isagi's own game—controlling the entire field by predicting everyone's moves.
: Isagi stops trying to simply coexist with Nagi and Bachira. Instead, he uses their movements as decoys to find a "blind spot" in Rin's defense.
: Isagi executes a "Direct Shot" by positioning himself where Rin least expects him. However, despite Isagi's growth, Rin’s team ultimately wins the match 5–2, demonstrating the massive gap between the Top 3 players and the rest. : Throughout the match, Isagi struggles against Rin’s
is a pivotal chapter titled "Egoism" (エゴイズム) , marking the intense conclusion of the first match in the Second Selection .
: This chapter concludes the 3-on-3 battle between Isagi's team (Isagi, Bachira, and Nagi) and Itoshi Rin’s team (Rin, Aryu, and Tokimitsu). Instead, he uses their movements as decoys to
: If you want to see these events animated, this arc is covered in the first season of the Blue Lock anime.
: Established as the ultimate antagonist and benchmark. He views soccer as "war" and treats other players like puppets on a stage. is a pivotal chapter titled "Egoism" (エゴイズム) ,
: The official English publisher for the Blue Lock manga .