With the First Selection complete, the remaining players enter the even harsher Second Selection. This stage introduces smaller team battles that emphasize pure skill and adaptability. Isagi must quickly adjust to new teammates and unpredictable opponents. The level of play increases dramatically, raising the intensity of every match. Strategies become more complex and mentally demanding. Players are forced to reinvent themselves to stay competitive. Individual brilliance now matters more than ever before. The atmosphere inside Blue Lock grows colder and more ruthless. Isagi’s hunger to become the best striker burns stronger. Volume 5 marks the beginning of a new and dangerous phase.