In Episode 29, Team A secures victory in all their matches, with outstanding performances from players like Barou, Bachira, Shidou, and Itoshi Rin. After their final win with a score of 5-4, tensions escalate as Rin and Shidou clash, leading to an intervention by EGO, the director of Blue Lock. EGO announces the conclusion of the tryouts and reveals the selected Blue Lock XI lineup, centered around Itoshi Rin as the main striker. The team consists of Gagamaru Gin as goalkeeper, Aryu Jyubei and Niko Ikki as center-backs, Chigiri Hyoma and Bachira Meguru as full-backs, Karasu Tabito as defensive midfielder, Otoya Eita and Yukimiya Kenyu as wingers, Nagi Seishiro as attacking midfielder, and Isagi Yoichi as forward.

EGO introduces the concept of achieving a "flow" state, which is essential for peak performance, and outlines a rigorous training program to prepare the team for the upcoming match against Japan's U-20 national team. However, Itoshi Sae presents a condition requiring the inclusion of Shidou Ryusei in the lineup, threatening to cancel the match if this demand is not met. This ultimatum forces EGO to devise a strategy to integrate Shidou without jeopardizing team dynamics.

As the Blue Lock XI dedicates itself to intense preparations, Isagi and Rin have a pivotal conversation about their goals and the importance of teamwork. Additionally, Niko Ikki works on building a relationship with his teammates Aryu Jyubei and Gagamaru Gin, emphasizing the need for effective communication on the field. The episode concludes with EGO reinforcing the team's mission to overturn the status quo of Japanese soccer, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown against the elite U-20 team.