Blue Lock: VS. U-20 JAPAN is now streaming on Netflix

Updated at: May 25, 2026 at 08:00 AM

Attention football anime fans!

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The high-stakes intensity of the Blue Lock project has officially arrived on Netflix with the release of the long-awaited Blue Lock: VS.

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If you have been following the series, this arc marks a massive turning point.

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It is a battle of survival: if the Blue Lock strikers lose, the entire project shuts down.

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Fans can look forward to the explosive rivalry between Rin and Sae Itoshi and some truly game-changing moments from Seishiro Nagi.

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Note that it is easy to confuse titles; 'VS.

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While Netflix is actively expanding its anime library globally, availability for these titles can vary depending on your region.

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Be sure to check your local Netflix app to see if you are ready to witness the rise of Japan’s greatest strikers.

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Whether you are new to the series or a dedicated fan, there has never been a better time to dive into the world of Blue Lock.

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What is the primary focus of the 'Blue Lock: VS. U-20 JAPAN' arc?

A decisive exhibition match between Blue Lock and the U-20 national team.

The initial selection process of the first thirty strikers.

The secret backstory of Seishiro Nagi.

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A decisive exhibition match between Blue Lock and the U-20 national team.

What happens if the Blue Lock team loses the match against the U-20 national team?

The Blue Lock program will be permanently shut down.

The players are traded to foreign clubs.

The team must play in a lower league.

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The Blue Lock program will be permanently shut down.

How is 'Blue Lock: Episode Nagi' different from 'VS. U-20 JAPAN'?

It is a documentary about real Japanese football.

It is a feature film spin-off focusing on Seishiro Nagi.

It is the third season of the main anime series.

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It is a feature film spin-off focusing on Seishiro Nagi.

Why might some Netflix users be unable to find these titles?

Availability is dependent on the viewer's specific geographic region.

Netflix has decided to cancel all sports anime.

They are only available on physical Blu-ray discs.

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Availability is dependent on the viewer's specific geographic region.

Which rivalry is highlighted as a key moment in the U-20 arc?

Isagi Yoichi and Ego Jinpachi.

The Japan U-20 coach and the national federation.

The rivalry between brothers Sae and Rin Itoshi.

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The rivalry between brothers Sae and Rin Itoshi.

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