If you're watching Blue Lock you may be wondering if the characters are inspired by real soccer players. Does their style of play resemble famous soccer stars? The answer is yes, and I'm here to help you enjoy the anime while learning more about the beautiful game, the King of Sports. Muneyuki Kaneshiro , the writer of Blue Lock , has been quite open about the direct inspirations behind the characters. This has been revealed in an interview and the official Blue Lock Character Guide, the Egoist Bible , which spans two volumes so far. In some cases, Kaneshiro hasn’t confirmed specific parallels, but don’t worry! You're in good hands. I’m a former sports journalist with a lifelong passion for watching (and playing) soccer who's ready to draw connections to real-life players who I feel fit alongside various Blue Lock characters. Without further ado, let’s dive into the real-life...