Umaru
CharacterUmaru is a midfielder for the Nigeria U-20 national team, taking the field during the U-20 World Cup. Wearing number sixteen and stationed on the left of midfield, he is thought to nod toward the real-world footballer Umar Sadiq.
Appearance
The material offers few specifics on Umaru's features, showing him chiefly in the Nigeria U-20 kit he wears through the tournament.
Abilities
Umaru is cast as a midfield general, the hub who runs the center of the park. The role hands him command of the middle third, letting him orchestrate attacks, snuff out the opposition's forays, and set the tempo whether his team is pushing forward or defending.
Frequently Asked Questions
What team does Umaru play for in Blue Lock?
Umaru is a midfielder for the Nigeria U-20 national team, taking the field during the U-20 World Cup arc of Blue Lock.
What position does Umaru play?
Umaru plays left midfielder, wearing the number sixteen jersey for Nigeria's under-20 squad.
Is Blue Lock's Umaru based on a real footballer?
Blue Lock's Umaru is thought to be a nod to the real world footballer Umar Sadiq, based on the similarity in name.
What is Umaru's role in midfield?
Umaru is cast as a midfield general who runs the center of the park, orchestrating attacks, snuffing out opposition forays, and setting the tempo for Nigeria U-20.
When does Umaru first appear in Blue Lock?
Umaru first appears in chapter 313 of the Blue Lock manga, surfacing as part of Nigeria's under-20 side during the U-20 World Cup.
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Rights holders
- Created byMuneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura
- Published byKodansha
- Animated by8bit
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