JAPAN U-20 TEAM ROSTER OFFICIALLY REVEALED FOR “BLUE LOCK” 2ND SEASON

On November 9th, BLUE LOCK fans were thrilled as Kodansha revealed the lineup for the Japan U-20 National Team, which will challenge the BLUE LOCK XI in the BLUE LOCK anime’s second season. The Japan U-20 team, which debuted in Episode 29, includes formidable players like Oliver Aiku, Ryusei Shidou, and Sae Itoshi—the latter being the brother of BLUE LOCK’s own Rin Itoshi. This clash sets the stage for an intense showdown that highlights BLUE LOCK’s theme of rivalry and ambition.

The full Japan U-20 roster, along with their voice actors, was also introduced, adding to the excitement surrounding the season. Key cast members include Chiaki Kobayashi as Ranse Kurosa, Jun Kasama as Kento Chou, Gakuto Kajiwara as Teru Kitsunezato, Takahiro Sakurai as Sae Itoshi, and Yuichi Nakamura as Ryusei Shidou.

BLUE LOCK, based on Muneyuki Kaneshiro’s popular manga, follows Japan’s quest for World Cup success. To achieve this goal, the Japanese Football Association has launched a bold program that pits 300 high school players against each other to discover the nation’s next top striker. Season 2 raises the stakes as the remaining 35 players face off against Japan’s U-20 National Team, testing their unity and individual prowess as they strive for the coveted striker position.

This season continues to stream on Crunchyroll every Saturday at 17:00 GMT, alongside the first season and BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE – EPISODE NAGI, which are also available for streaming. Directed by Yuji Haibara (The Slime Diaries) and produced by Studio 8bit, the series benefits from character designs by Kenji Tanabe and music by Jun Murayama, enhancing the anime’s intense and stylish feel.

The BLUE LOCK voice cast is filled with well-known talents, including Kazuki Ura as Yoichi Isagi (JP) and Ricco Fajardo (EN), Tasuku Kaito as Bachira Megumi (JP) and Drew Breedlove (EN), and Hiroshi Kamiya as Ego Jinpachi (JP) and Derick Snow (EN). These actors, both Japanese and English, bring depth and personality to their characters, captivating fans worldwide.

With its compelling story and dynamic character lineup, BLUE LOCK’s second season has positioned itself as one of the most anticipated sports anime releases, promising high-energy soccer action and gripping personal drama. Fans eagerly await each new episode to see if the BLUE LOCK players can overcome their rivals and secure their place in Japan’s soccer future.

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