Yoichi Isagi is the best protagonist Blue Lock could've asked for.
What makes Isagi special is that he isn't a genius, doesn't have a tragic backstory, and isn't driven by revenge or an obsession with another player.
He just has a pure, raw, unadulterated love for football. It's simply his innate desire to be the best striker in the world.
While others chase people, Isagi chases growth. He constantly reflects on himself, adapts, and pushes beyond his limits, even in the middle of a match.
And when his teammates fall behind, he doesn't comfort them. He destroys them mentally and forces them to crawl back up.
Isagi's only "rival" is the striker leading the match. They become his next target to devour as he seeks to claim their throne.
One of the best new gen protagonists.