Blue Lock Chapter 280: Release Date, Countdown, and What to Expect

The release of Blue Lock chapter 280 is set for Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 12 AM JST. There has been no announcement regarding a hiatus, so fans can anticipate the next installment to arrive on schedule. Readers can follow the Blue Lock manga on Kodansha’s K Manga reader platform.

In the recent chapter, we witnessed Noa identifying Loki as his primary rival. The story escalated when Kaiser executed his signature maneuver, the Kaiser Impact Point Magnus, during a free kick. Although Isagi accurately foretold the trajectory of the kick, he struggled to read its intricate curve. Ultimately, Julian Loki capitalized on the opportunity, executing a brilliant free kick with his Godspeed technique.

Note: This article includes spoilers from the Blue Lock manga.

Release Date and Timing for Blue Lock Chapter 280

Michael Kaiser from the Blue Lock manga (Image credit: Kodansha) — Michael Kaiser from the *Blue Lock* manga (Image credit: Kodansha)

According to Kodansha’s K Manga, chapter 280 of Blue Lock will be available on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, for most regions around the globe. In Japan, however, it will debut on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 12 AM JST.

The manga follows various release schedules across different time zones due to its simultaneous worldwide distribution. This means that all chapters are released to fans globally at the same moment.

The international release times for Blue Lock chapter 280 are as follows:

Time Zone	Release Time	Release Day	Release Date
Pacific Daylight Time	8 AM	Tuesday	October 22
Eastern Daylight Time	11 AM	Tuesday	October 22
British Summer Time	4 PM	Tuesday	October 22
Central European Summer Time	5 PM	Tuesday	October 22
Indian Standard Time	8:30 PM	Tuesday	October 22
Philippine Standard Time	11 PM	Tuesday	October 22
Japanese Standard Time	12 AM	Wednesday	October 23
Australia Central Standard Time	12:30 AM	Wednesday	October 23

Where to Access Blue Lock Chapter 280

Readers can find chapter 280 of Blue Lock on Kodansha’s K Manga platform. This service is accessible via both its website and mobile app, although it is currently limited to users in the United States.

K Manga offers 53 chapters free of charge, but access to the latest installments will require readers to purchase points.

Recap of Blue Lock Chapter 279

Julian Loki from the Blue Lock manga (Image credit: Kodansha) — Julian Loki from the *Blue Lock* manga (Image credit: Kodansha)

The recent chapter titled ‘Soccer Junkies’ focused on Noel Noa, who revealed that he had never aimed to be the top player globally; his focus was merely on his instincts as a striker. He identified Julian Loki as a significant adversary and encouraged Kaiser to overcome him for personal growth.

However, Kaiser hesitated to comply with Noa’s direction, finally discovering a sense of “zero.” He executed the Kaiser Impact Point – Magnus free kick in hopes of scoring. Isagi attempted to intercept but fell short, and in that moment, Julian Loki displayed his Godspeed ability to clear the ball effectively.

What to Anticipate in Blue Lock Chapter 280?

The unfolding events in Blue Lock chapter 280 will hinge on the ball’s position after Julian Loki has cleared Kaiser’s free kick. If the ball remains in play, a counterattack from Paris X Gen could unfold. Conversely, if the ball goes out of bounds for a throw-in or corner kick, it may provide Bastard Munchen with another opportunity to secure the winning goal.

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