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Chapter 320

Manga Chapter

Hero or Death is the three hundred and twentieth chapter of Blue Lock and the eighth chapter collected in volume thirty-six. Part of the U-20 World Cup Arc, it continues Japan's high-stakes clash with Nigeria as the tournament pushes its players toward their limits.

Issue: Issue 2025-45
Pages: 20
Volume: 36
Written By: Muneyuki Kaneshiro
Next Chapter: Chapter 321
Illustrated By: Yusuke Nomura
Japan Release Date: October 8, 2025
Release Date Us: October 7, 2025
Previous Chapter: Chapter 319
Chapter Number Volume: 8
Chapter Number Overall: 320
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Summary

Hero or Death advances the U-20 World Cup Arc during Japan's showdown with Nigeria. The chapter's cast is anchored by Rin Itoshi and Yoichi Isagi, joined by a broad lineup that includes Tabito Karasu, Meguru Bachira, Gin Gagamaru, Jyubei Aryu, Oliver Aiku, Hyoma Chigiri, Yo Hiori, and Reo Mikage. Jinpachi Ego appears in his role guiding the squad, while several Nigerian players such as Bello, Ekpo, Momodu, Kuso, Onazi, and Oboabona line up on the opposing side. Sae Itoshi features only as a figure glimpsed within a delusion.

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Key Events

The chapter forms the eighth entry of volume thirty-six and carries the Nigeria fixture of the U-20 World Cup Arc forward. It follows Chapter 319 and leads directly into Chapter 321.

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Notes

Spanning twenty pages, Hero or Death ran in the 2025 forty-fifth issue and was released on October 8, 2025 in Japan, one day after its October 7 international debut. The series is written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens in Blue Lock Chapter 320?

Blue Lock Chapter 320 continues Japan's high-stakes World Cup match against Nigeria, centered on Rin Itoshi and Yoichi Isagi as the tournament pushes the players toward their limits.

Does Sae Itoshi appear in Blue Lock Chapter 320?

Sae Itoshi appears in Blue Lock Chapter 320 only as a figure glimpsed within a delusion, not as an active participant in the match.

What is the English title of Blue Lock Chapter 320?

Blue Lock Chapter 320 is titled Hero or Death.

Who writes and illustrates Blue Lock Chapter 320?

Blue Lock Chapter 320 is written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura.

When was Blue Lock Chapter 320 released?

Blue Lock Chapter 320 debuted internationally on October 7, 2025 and was released in Japan on October 8, 2025.

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Character and scene imagery on this site is original artwork by Daddy Jim Headquarters, not screenshots or licensed imagery. Official cover art is used on three types of pages for editorial commentary:

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  • Manga chapter pages: Kodansha Comics volume covers, credited to Kodansha, Muneyuki Kaneshiro, and Yusuke Nomura.

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