As the winners, Team Red must choose a player from Team White. True to his new rivalry, Rin chooses Isagi Yoichi , stating he wants to "crush" him personally rather than let him sink in the rankings. Why This Chapter Matters
The chapter rewinds slightly to dissect the moments leading up to the final goal. Isagi, who has been evolving rapidly throughout the Second Selection, correctly reads the flow of the game:
For fans following the series, Chapter 85 is often cited as one of the most "peak fiction" moments due to its intense emotional payoff and the shifting dynamic between Rin and Isagi. You can find more detailed breakdowns of these character arcs and match summaries on the Blue Lock Wiki .
Isagi anticipates that Bachira Meguru will take the shot himself rather than pass.
He successfully positions himself to block Bachira’s shot, proving his "Meta Vision" (though not yet fully named) is reaching elite levels.
The fallout of the goal highlights the differing philosophies between the two top players: