Blue Lock Episode 5: To Be Reborn
Manga chapter 17-20
Oshimeter
12 Ratings
EPISODE REVIEWS

This episode really leans into what makes Blue Lock addictive: pure ego-driven football where talent alone isn’t enough. Isagi’s growth starts to feel intentional now, Bachira is pure chaos in the best way, and Nagi is absurdly gifted without even trying. It’s tense, sharp, and constantly competitive from start to finish

This episode is a tactical battle that forces Isagi to evolve, or face permanent elimination. It’s an episode about breaking down your old self to build something stronger, essentially a rebirth of a striker's soul under the most intense pressure.

Okay, THIS is where it clicked. Finally pays off the buildup—Isagi beating Niko at his own game was peak hype! And I loved how he literally "smelled" the goal to save the match. Insane aura farming graphics, chills. You need to watch this.



