Blue Lock Chapter 303

Blue Lock Chapter 303, titled "Blue Lock Japan," opens with Hirotoshi Buratsuta making an enthusiastic entrance into his office, celebrating the tremendous success of Blue Lock TV. However, his mood quickly shifts when he confronts Ego Jinpachi about Nagi's recent elimination from the program. In a rare display of authority, Buratsuta demands that Ego bring Nagi back into Blue Lock. With the U-20 World Cup approaching, he doesn't want one of Japan's most marketable and talented players sitting on the sidelines. This creates tension between the business and competitive aspects of the Blue Lock project. The chapter reveals crucial information about the upcoming U-20 World Cup tournament. The competition will take place in Japan and will feature 64 countries - described as the largest number of participating nations in football history. An illustration showcases multiple country flags including Brazil, China, England, France (led by Julian Loki), Germany (with Michael Kaiser), Italy, Morocco, Spain, and the United States. Most significantly, the chapter establishes that the U-20 World Cup is only 47 days away, creating urgency for Japan's preparation. This timeline puts pressure on both the players and management to finalize team selection and strategy. The chapter sets up the international scope and high stakes of the upcoming tournament while addressing the political and business pressures surrounding player selection.