From the very beginning of Blue Lock, viewers followed protagonist Yoichi Isagi on his journey to becoming Japan’s greatest striker. Now we see those pivotal early events unfold through the lens of Nagi Seishiro, one of Isagi’s most intriguing rivals.

Skilled but aloof, Nagi cared little for soccer until befriending the ambitious Reo Mikage. When both are recruited for the intense Blue Lock program, Nagi hesitantly tags along to support his pal. But the training pushing athletes beyond all limits starts awakening something within Nagi. A passion he never knew he had.

While episodes recap familiar scenes, a new perspective shows Nagi slowly emerging from boredom. Through his eyes, we glimpse a softer side of stern coach Jinpachi Ego and taste bitter rivalry where he once felt removed. Mysteries too surround Nagi’s hidden talents, begging to break free like flames within him that coaches strive to unleash.