How Ali’s fate was foreshadowed
Episode 6 is generally regarded as the most memorable episode of Squid Game. Still, in reality, episode 2 may be essential because of its role in revealing the primary characters’ backstory as well as their ultimate fate.
In episode 2, Ali takes something valuable from the floor and makes a break for it after confronting his employer about his pay. This time, in episode 6, Sang-woo is taking the marbles and leaving Ali behind.