Rebel is the 344th chapter of Blue Lock, pressing on with the U-20 World Cup Arc as France and Japan continue their group-stage battle. Its Japanese title, Hangyakusha, carries the sense of a defiant or rebellious figure.
Summary
Rebel stands as the 344th chapter of the series and keeps the France against Japan fixture of the U-20 World Cup Arc rolling forward. The title, rendered in Japanese as Hangyakusha, evokes the image of one who rises up against the established order.
Key Events
The chapter gathers a wide cast drawn from both benches, ranging from Julien Loki, Tabito Karasu, and Shoei Baro to Yoichi Isagi and Ryusei Shido. Flashback panels revisit Michael Kaiser, Seishiro Nagi, Ikki Niko, and Ryosuke Kira.
Frequently Asked Questions
What arc does Blue Lock Chapter 344 belong to?
Chapter 344, titled Rebel, is part of the U-20 World Cup Arc and continues the group-stage match between France and Japan.
What does the title Rebel mean in Japanese?
The chapter's Japanese title, Hangyakusha, evokes the image of a defiant figure who rises up against the established order.
Which characters appear in Chapter 344?
Chapter 344 features Julien Loki, Tabito Karasu, Shoei Baro, Yoichi Isagi, and Ryusei Shido, with flashback appearances from Michael Kaiser, Seishiro Nagi, Ikki Niko, and Ryosuke Kira.
When was Chapter 344 released?
Chapter 344 was published in Japan on April 22, 2026, in issue 2026-21 of the magazine.
Where does Chapter 344 fall in the manga's chapter order?
Chapter 344 is the sixth chapter of Volume 39, sitting between Chapter 343 and Chapter 345, and was written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro with art by Yusuke Nomura.
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Rights holders
- Created byMuneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura
- Published byKodansha
- Animated by8bit
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