Blue Lock Season 2 Episode 7: Itoshi Sae

Manga chapter 121-122

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

7.9

14 Fans

5star
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Blue Lock Season 2 Episode 7: Itoshi Sae

Manga chapter 121-122

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

7.9

14 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

itsmemaku's avatar
itsmemaku
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Okay, Sae walked into this match like the main character and everybody else got demoted instantly. I loved how overwhelming the U-20 team felt compared to Blue Lock’s chaos. Nagi had one of the slickest moments in the series too. This episode was pure pressure and swagger.
peachykenn's avatar
peachykenn
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Hype and pacing so good that it completely overshadows the less than stellar animation quality. It wasn't as bad for this episode compared to some earlier ones. Gosh the second goal of the game was so tuff
rizkyykybar's avatar
rizkyykybar
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Everything clicks here the pace, the pressure, and the payoff. Big moments finally land, especially with that standout goal, while Sae’s presence keeps the gap obvious. It’s chaotic, emotional, and easily one of the most satisfying parts so far.
siantira's avatar
siantira
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This episode really shows Isagi’s growth. You can see him reading the field better and slowly taking control of the game. The ego clashes are intense, though some moments feel a bit rushed.
forverjoy's avatar
forverjoy
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I'm honestly surprised, This episode blew me away. I thought they would disappoint me but if I'm being very honest, They executed this well. Nagi's goal felt really breathtaking, And the characters are moving now although the stills are still there but It is good.
goyaljonesh06's avatar
goyaljonesh06
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seeing itoshi sae skill in person was actually terrifying. i loved the part where he did that insane nutmeg pass without even looking at the defender. the way he treats the entire field like a cold calculation while everyone else is struggling to keep up really shows he is genius
debprotyusa's avatar
debprotyusa
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The match finally feels explosive. It’s not just about skill anymore — it’s about who wants it more. The ego theme really peaks here.
pendragon's avatar
pendragon
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The intensity climbs ⚡ Some players crack, others rise higher. Isagi refuses to fold as the stakes keep building with every play on the field.
lordofheroes's avatar
lordofheroes
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I haven little to say about this episode aside from the improvement in the animation, which I'm still clearly not impressed with.
There’s also a great crowd moment: that instant silence after Blue Lock scores, then the eruption when the crowd finally buys in, that was epic.
alrickalmight's avatar
alrickalmight
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Sae gets the ball and it’s instantly a different sport: that quick counter activation, and the difference in character skills. Makes the show stand out.
azamuddinalias's avatar
azamuddinalias
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Nagi’s "two-stage" volley is a visual masterpiece, showcasing fluid animation that breaks the U-20’s "Iron Wall." The suspense melts into pure hype as the underdogs shock the nation!
danielamadeus763770's avatar
danielamadeus763770
good, despite situasiom draw
tanweaikhan's avatar
tanweaikhan
henryyy's avatar
henryyy

EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at the midpoint of this 14-episode season, Episode 7 plunges deeper into the defining match that the first six episodes have been building toward, following Episode 6's setup of the Blue Lock Eleven versus U-20 Japan confrontation. Itoshi Sae's formal introduction as a dominant on-field force raises the stakes considerably, establishing the caliber of opposition Blue Lock's players must overcome. This episode serves as a critical pivot point — everything before it was escalation, and everything after will be shaped by how the players respond to this level of competition.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at the midpoint of this 14-episode season, Episode 7 plunges deeper into the defining match that the first six episodes have been building toward, following Episode 6's setup of the Blue Lock Eleven versus U-20 Japan confrontation. Itoshi Sae's formal introduction as a dominant on-field force raises the stakes considerably, establishing the caliber of opposition Blue Lock's players must overcome. This episode serves as a critical pivot point — everything before it was escalation, and everything after will be shaped by how the players respond to this level of competition.

QUICK TAKES

itsmemaku's avatar
itsmemaku
VerifiedVerified
Okay, Sae walked into this match like the main character and everybody else got demoted instantly. I loved how overwhelming the U-20 team felt compared to Blue Lock’s chaos. Nagi had one of the slickest moments in the series too. This episode was pure pressure and swagger.
peachykenn's avatar
peachykenn
VerifiedVerified
Hype and pacing so good that it completely overshadows the less than stellar animation quality. It wasn't as bad for this episode compared to some earlier ones. Gosh the second goal of the game was so tuff
rizkyykybar's avatar
rizkyykybar
VerifiedVerified
Everything clicks here the pace, the pressure, and the payoff. Big moments finally land, especially with that standout goal, while Sae’s presence keeps the gap obvious. It’s chaotic, emotional, and easily one of the most satisfying parts so far.
siantira's avatar
siantira
VerifiedVerified
This episode really shows Isagi’s growth. You can see him reading the field better and slowly taking control of the game. The ego clashes are intense, though some moments feel a bit rushed.
forverjoy's avatar
forverjoy
VerifiedVerified
I'm honestly surprised, This episode blew me away. I thought they would disappoint me but if I'm being very honest, They executed this well. Nagi's goal felt really breathtaking, And the characters are moving now although the stills are still there but It is good.
goyaljonesh06's avatar
goyaljonesh06
VerifiedVerified
seeing itoshi sae skill in person was actually terrifying. i loved the part where he did that insane nutmeg pass without even looking at the defender. the way he treats the entire field like a cold calculation while everyone else is struggling to keep up really shows he is genius
debprotyusa's avatar
debprotyusa
VerifiedVerified
The match finally feels explosive. It’s not just about skill anymore — it’s about who wants it more. The ego theme really peaks here.
pendragon's avatar
pendragon
VerifiedVerified
The intensity climbs ⚡ Some players crack, others rise higher. Isagi refuses to fold as the stakes keep building with every play on the field.
lordofheroes's avatar
lordofheroes
VerifiedVerified
I haven little to say about this episode aside from the improvement in the animation, which I'm still clearly not impressed with.
There’s also a great crowd moment: that instant silence after Blue Lock scores, then the eruption when the crowd finally buys in, that was epic.
alrickalmight's avatar
alrickalmight
VerifiedVerified
Sae gets the ball and it’s instantly a different sport: that quick counter activation, and the difference in character skills. Makes the show stand out.
azamuddinalias's avatar
azamuddinalias
VerifiedVerified
Nagi’s "two-stage" volley is a visual masterpiece, showcasing fluid animation that breaks the U-20’s "Iron Wall." The suspense melts into pure hype as the underdogs shock the nation!
danielamadeus763770's avatar
danielamadeus763770
good, despite situasiom draw
tanweaikhan's avatar
tanweaikhan
henryyy's avatar
henryyy

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All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

©金城宗幸・ノ村優介・講談社/「ブルーロック」製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com