Blue Lock Episode 20 Review

By Sneha Jaiswal (Twitter | Instagram)

“Let’s go play some fun soccer,” utters Bachira in the opening scene, setting the pace for Episode 20 of “Blue Lock.” It’s the biggest battle in the series yet! Isagi, Nagi, Barou, and Chigiri challenge the top three strikers in the facility who had snatched Bachira as their fourth player in the third selection stage.

(Read ‘Blue Lock’ Episode 1 Review if you have no idea what the show is about)

Titled “Hyperlink,” episode 20 is an exciting edition that’s all about soccer, strategy, sweat, rivalry, and several surprises. As always, Isagi Yoichi provides a verbose explanation of everything that is happening or about to happen on the field. It becomes increasingly apparent that he is quite like Rin Itoshi, the top-ranked player in “Blue Lock.” The only difference between the two is their ego levels. Rin is exceedingly arrogant and God-like in his attitude, while Isagi is a humble sponge who is still assimilating every cool skill he sees from other top-tier players.

Another similar duo is the speedster Chigiri and Aryu Jyubei. Both are swift on the field and take extra care of their appearance. “It’s an honor to be taking on a fellow member of the glam fam,” Aryu earnestly wishes Chigiri after complimenting him on his beautiful hair. Their introductory banter was low-key hilarious.

The lower ranked team gets off to a great start, but Bachira has some tricks up his sleeves to disrupt the game. Besides, it was never going to be an easy match. All players have leveled up their game since they last faced each other, while some of them are clashing for the first time. Fans will have to wait until Episode 21 to find out who is going to emerge victorious in this nail-biting face-off.

Stream the series on Netflix.