The 221st chapter of Blue Lock has Kaiser dismiss his own goal as a hyena finish set up by Isagi, while substitutions bring Snuffy and Noa onto the pitch so both master players share the field at last.
Summary
Onlookers marvel at Kaiser's spectacular strike, Ness loudest among them as he gushes over it. Kaiser silences him, dismissing the goal as a mere trick, a hyena finish only possible because Isagi engineered the chance. He acknowledges Isagi built the opening and resents relying on that method, yet since the contest between them is measured purely in goals, the two are now even on that count. Kaiser insists he alone will claim the decisive score.
Isagi, for his part, recognizes the genius of Kaiser's finish, calling it truly world-class and doubting he could ever pull off such a shot. Still, he takes satisfaction in Kaiser's fixation on him, since Kaiser cannot score without accounting for whatever Isagi does with the ball.
Both Sendo and Kurona report leg cramps, and the Ubers keeper complains of a twisted side. Snuffy orders Fukaku to replace the goalkeeper. As Snuffy and Noa discuss their sides, each decides to step onto the pitch. Kurona takes a seat on the bench while Hiori watches in awe, wishing Isagi would carry him along.
Key Events
Kaiser is dissatisfied with his goal, aware that Isagi supplied the assist. Sendo and the Ubers keeper are substituted out for Snuffy and Fukaku, and Noa takes over from Kurona so that both master players enter the game together.
Notes
This is the ninth and final chapter of Volume 25 and the 221st overall, closing out that volume within the Neo Egoist League Arc. It released in Japan on June 14, 2023. Muneyuki Kaneshiro writes the series and Yusuke Nomura illustrates it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in Blue Lock Chapter 221, "Take Me With You"?
Chapter 221 of Blue Lock has Kaiser downplay his own spectacular goal as a trick set up by Isagi, while substitutions bring Snuffy and Noa onto the pitch so both master players share the field at last.
How does Kaiser view his own bicycle kick goal in this chapter?
Kaiser dismisses the goal as a mere hyena finish only possible because Isagi engineered the chance, and insists that since their rivalry is measured purely in goals, he alone will claim the decisive score.
Why does Isagi feel satisfied despite not scoring on the play?
Isagi calls Kaiser's finish truly world class and takes satisfaction in Kaiser's fixation on him, since Kaiser cannot score without accounting for whatever Isagi does with the ball.
What substitutions happen for Ubers in Chapter 221?
Sendo and the Ubers goalkeeper come off after reporting leg cramps and a twisted side, with Snuffy ordering Fukaku to replace the goalkeeper as Snuffy himself enters the match.
Who takes over for Kurona on the Bastard Munchen side?
Noa takes over from Kurona, bringing both master players, Snuffy and Noa, onto the pitch together for the first time.
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