Blue Lock — Chapter 77

Rin Itoshi completely hijacks Chapter 77, turning what should have been a balanced Second Selection clash into a one-man showcase of controlled fury. After the tense setup of the 4v4 rematch, this chapter finally lets the number one player off the leash, and the gap in class is terrifying. Every touch feels deliberate and violent, as Rin reads the field two steps ahead and punishes even the smallest hesitation. It is easy to see why the community reaction has been so explosive, with even Rin skeptics admitting how magnetic he is when he goes full ballistic. He is not just scoring, he is dismantling confidence. What makes his dominance hit harder is the contrast with Isagi. Yoichi came into this arc determined to devour Rin, to evolve by stealing from the genius, but here he is reduced to chasing shadows. His spatial awareness, which carried him through the Barou match, feels nullified against someone who processes the same information faster and executes with ruthless precision. That humiliation is crucial for his development, forcing him to confront that chemical reactions and predatory positioning mean nothing if the physical and technical baseline is not there yet. Thankfully Meguru Bachira prevents the chapter from becoming pure despair. Fresh off his own awakening and now playing alongside Rin, Bachira provides both flair and levity. His dribbling remains instinctual and joyful, a perfect foil to Rin’s cold calculation, and his self-aware commentary about his ability to read the game adds genuine humor. It shows his growth from dependent partner to independent monster who can appreciate brilliance without being crushed by it. Artistically, the chapter thrives on impact frames and oppressive close-ups. Rin’s eyes are drawn with an almost feral intensity, and the speed lines around his strikes make every shot feel like an explosion. It is a statement chapter that cements the mountain Isagi must climb.