Blue Lock chapter 314 part 1 leaks showcase Isagi and Chigiri's brilliant teamwork as they shine against Nigeria

Onazi as seen in the manga
Onazi as seen in the manga (Image credit: Kodansha)

Blue Lock chapter 314 is split into two parts, with the first part scheduled to release this week. This installment is one of the shortest in the entire franchise, consisting of only 10 pages. Fans have speculated that this is due to the author's ill health. Nevertheless, despite its length, the chapter packs a memorable punch, showcasing the intense battle between Japan and Nigeria.

In the previous installment, the first match of the U-20 World Cup officially began as the Blue Lock representatives faced off against Nigeria. The opposing team's forward, Onazi, displayed his impressive skills by receiving a difficult pass and attempting a shot at goal. However, after this was blocked by Niko, Blue Lock countered.

Rin showed off his dribbling and tried scoring with an unbelievable curve shot, though Onazi appeared out of nowhere and blocked it. The chapter ended as Isagi achieved transcendence and saw a path to victory.

Isagi as seen in the manga (Image credit: Kodansha)
Isagi as seen in the manga (Image credit: Kodansha)

Blue Lock chapter 314 part 1 spoilers showcase Nigeria and Japan's intense matchup

Blue Lock chapter 314 part 1 picks up right from the previous installment, as Onazi blocks Rin's shot. Impressed with the physicality of the Africans, Aiku shouts out to gather the free ball. Though Rin tries taking it, his height doesn't match up to Oboabona, who heads it to Kuso.

When Isagi and Reo try to stop Kuso, the Nigerian captain quickly passes it to Onazi. Shockingly, Karasu intercepts the ball and pushes his team to go on the offensive. While the Nigerians are regrouping, Karasu passes it to Chigiri, who bolts past the opposition's defense.

Chigiri then gives a long curved pass past all the players, as it perfectly reaches Isagi. The chapter ends with the protagonist looking at the ball with his Metavision and preparing to receive it, with all his plans so far having worked. The Blue Lock chapter 314 part 1 spoilers also reveal that the manga will be on break next week, after which chapter 314 part 2 will be titled Nucleus.


Blue Lock chapter 314 part 1 analysis

As mentioned, Blue Lock chapter 314 part 1 is an immensely short installment that only shows one individual attacking charge each from the Nigerians and the Japanese. The start of the chapter highlights the opposing team's physical superiority as well as the spatial awareness of their captain, Kuso.

However, the highlight is ultimately the growth of Project Blue Lock. With Karasu perfectly predicting the trajectory of the ball and Chigiri and Isagi working together to break through enemy defenses, the chapter confirms that Jinpachi Ego's selfish style of football works against the best teams in the world.

Edited by Sroban Ghosh