Q: How is your condition?
A, good.
Q: How did you see the team's situation?
A, the team is in good shape, but I think some minor adjustments are necessary. Overall, I think things are going well in the match.
Q: What kind of play do you want to perform with Leandro joining the team?
I want to focus on playing in a way that allows the team to win.
Q, the next match is at the Japan National Stadium where you scored in the Levain Cup Final Round, how do you feel about it?
I am happy to be back on the stage of the Japan National Stadium. At the same time, I am also glad to have rejoined the team. First and foremost, I feel a great sense of relief to finally be back from my injury. The medical team worked hard to support me in my recovery.
Q: It was unfortunate to have an injury since you were starting the season in good shape, wasn't it?
It was an injury during a time when I strongly wanted to play, so I felt regret about not being able to play. I have done everything I can to prepare to return to the team, and I believe I have done what I can during the rehabilitation period to contribute to the team's victory when I return.
Q, I think the new playing style suits Leandro.
The style of football that the coach aims for is also familiar to Brazilian players, so there was ease from the beginning.
Q: I think the collaboration between Brazilian players and not only among themselves but also with Japanese players has improved compared to last season. What do you think?
A, of course, the coach has changed and the soccer style has also changed, so I think there will be differences in terms of combinations. Unlike last season, the frontline is no longer made up only of Brazilian players, and there are parts where the team is attacking as a unit, so I believe such combinations are being created.
Q: In the match against Kawasaki, I thought that Watanabe and Matsuki were communicating well on the right side to make the most of Leandro. What do you think?
I believe that communicating not only on the same side but also across the field is important. I think it is necessary to understand the movements of teammates in order to score goals.
Q: Is it okay to expect goals?
A, I don't know if I will play in the match, but I want to do my best.
Q: I think you must have felt frustrated due to injuries, but what was your source of support during that time?
A, I think injuries are a part of football. I believed that I could only move forward positively, so I didn't feel much sadness about it. During the rehabilitation period, I was able to approach it calmly because I just continued to do what I had believed in.
Q: What have you believed in?
I was rehabilitating with the thought of contributing to the team when I returned.
