Q: How did you feel on the day you found out you were included in the squad for the first time in an official J-League match and accompanied the team?
I didn't think I would be included in the members, but when I was chosen, I was determined to be well-prepared so that I could participate at any time.
Q: How did you feel about the different atmosphere, such as greeting fans and supporters when arriving at the venue by team bus or during warm-ups, compared to high school?
I have been watching it on TV since I was little, and the J-League stage was something I admired, so I was quite nervous to be there myself.
Q: When were you informed about your substitution?
A, the first half has ended, and while the substitute members were entering the pitch and kicking the ball, I was told, "Yuta, you're going in for the second half!" At that moment, I was surprised because I didn't expect to be called in so soon.
Q: When substituting, you appeared to enter the pitch confidently from the touchline.
I am often told by various people that I carry myself confidently, but I don't feel that way myself. I was certainly nervous when I stepped onto the pitch.
Q: When you left the locker room and headed to the pitch, you were called out by Ryoya OGAWA. What did he say to you?
Player Ogawa said, "You can go for it without being nervous." Coach Albert PUIG ORTONEDA also said, "Stay wide, and when the ball comes, have the courage to go for it," so I kept that in mind while playing.
Q: What did you feel after playing for 45 minutes on the pitch?
A, I felt that the speed, accuracy, and quality of passes are different from high school.
Q: How did it feel?
A, since I received many passes, I thought it was essential to showcase my dribbling and chance creation, which are my characteristics, in those moments. I played with the mindset of taking on challenges with courage.
Q: What kind of play do you want to show the next time you participate?
A, when the chance to play comes, I want to make plays that contribute to the team's victory. I will do my best to contribute to FC Tokyo's success.
