By the end of the chapter, Isagi is no longer reacting to the game; he is predicting it. He notes that everything on the field is happening exactly as he envisioned. Blue Lock: Episode Nagi – Chapter 36 (The Finale)

In a masterstroke of egoism, Isagi tricks both his opponents and his teammates. While Chigiri expects a return pass for a one-two play, Isagi realizes he has manipulated the entire field to create an opening for himself to shoot.

It is important to note that a separate , Blue Lock: Episode Nagi , also recently concluded with its own Chapter 36 in July 2025. This chapter serves as the series finale, featuring:

This article focuses on of the hit soccer manga Blue Lock , which marks a pivotal moment in the First Selection arc as protagonist Yoichi Isagi begins to unlock the "scent of a goal." Blue Lock Chapter 36: Unlocking the "Scent of a Goal"