Chapter 11 marks the start of the First Selection inside the Blue Lock facility. The 300 players are divided into 25 teams of 12, each ranked based on their entry test performance. Yoichi Isagi finds himself on Team Z, the lowest-ranked group — a harsh reminder of where he stands among Japan’s most ambitious strikers.
The rules are simple yet brutal:
Teams must compete in a round-robin tournament, and only the top team in each group advances. The lowest-scoring team will be eliminated, and all its members will lose their chance to ever play for Japan again.
Key Characters Introduced
| Character | Role |
| Bachira Meguru | Isagi’s first friend in Blue Lock; unpredictable and creative forward |
| Team Z Members | A mix of unique personalities and playing styles |
Important Themes
- Team Chaos vs Team Unity – Everyone wants to be the ace striker, creating tension.
- Ego Awakening – Isagi begins to realize teamwork might only exist to serve personal goals.
What Makes This Chapter Special
This chapter builds excitement with the introduction of structured, high-stakes matches. The tension between cooperation and selfishness grows as every player struggles to balance survival and ambition.
Final Thoughts
Blue Lock Chapter 11 transforms the facility into a battlefield of egos, setting up the thrilling matches to come.
