In the previous chapter, Noa made a major statement by declaring Julian Loki as his biggest threat, setting the stage for an exciting face-off. Meanwhile, Kaiser prepared for a crucial moment in the match by using his signature move;
the Kaiser Impact Point Magnus, for a free kick. Isagi, ever the strategist, managed to predict where the kick was headed but couldn’t account for the ball’s curve. Ultimately, Loki’s Godspeed ability came into play, allowing him to completely dismantle the free kick attempt and set the tone for what is to come.
Recap of Blue Lock Chapter 279
The previous chapter, titled ‘Soccer Junkies,’ focused on Noel Noa’s admission that he never intended to be the world’s best player, simply following his striker instincts. This moment of introspection led him to identify Julian Loki as his next significant challenge.
With this realization, Noa urged Kaiser to surpass Loki, which would improve his own skills as well. However, Kaiser resisted following Noa’s guidance, stating that he was in his own “zero” mindset and launched his signature Kaiser Impact Point – Magnus free kick. Isagi tried to predict and intercept the shot, but Loki’s incredible speed allowed him to clear the ball and nullify Kaiser’s attempt.
Blue Lock Chapter 280 Release Date and Time
As announced by Kodansha’s K Manga service, the release date for Blue Lock chapter 280 will vary depending on the country. For Japan, it will go live at 12 am JST on October 23, 2024. However, international fans will be able to read it as early as Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at different times based on their time zone.
Here are the release times worldwide:
- Canada (Eastern Time, EST): Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 11:00 AM
- Pacific Time (PST): Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 08:00 AM
- Australian Capital Territory (ACST): Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 02:00 AM
- Greenwich Standard Time (GMT): Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 03:00 PM
- Philippines Standard Time (PHT): Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 11:00 PM
- Korean Standard Time (KST): Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 12:00 AM
Fans should note that K Manga is currently only available in the United States. The platform allows readers to explore 53 chapters for free, but newer chapters will require purchasing points.
What to Expect from Blue Lock Chapter 280
The upcoming chapter will largely depend on where the ball lands following Julian Loki’s critical save. If the ball remains in play, Paris X Gen could seize the opportunity to counterattack. However, if it goes out of bounds, Bastard Munchen may get another shot at scoring the decisive goal.
