Q, how is your condition?
A, it's good.
Q, How did you see the team's condition?
A, the team is in good shape, but I think there are some small details that need to be fixed. Overall, I think the game is going well.
Q, What kind of play do you want Leandro to bring to the team?
A, We want to focus on playing in a way that the team can win.
Q, how do you feel about the upcoming match at the Japan National Stadium, where you scored a goal in the Levain Cup final?
I am happy to be able to return to the stage of the National Stadium. At the same time, I am also happy to be able to join the team. First of all, the feeling of finally being able to come back from injury is huge. The medical team has been supporting me desperately in the care aspect.
Q, Wasn't it unfortunate to have an injury when you were starting the season in good shape?
A, it was an injury during a time when I had a strong desire to play, so I felt frustrated that I couldn't play. I have done everything I can to prepare to return to the team, and during my rehabilitation period, I have been doing everything I can to contribute to the team's victory when I come back.
Q, I think the new playing style suits Leandro.
A, The style of soccer that the coach is aiming for is also familiar to Brazilian players, so it was easy to play from the beginning.
Q, how do you feel about the cooperation between Brazilian players and Japanese players, as well as the cooperation between Brazilian players compared to last season?
A, of course, the coach has changed and the soccer style has also changed, so I think the combination will be different. Unlike last season, the front line is not just Brazilian players, but there are also parts where the team is attacking, so I think that is where this combination is born.
Q, In the Kawasaki match, how do you feel about the good combination between Watanabe and Matsuki on the right side, communicating with Leandro?
A, I think it is important to communicate not only on the same side. I think it is necessary to understand the movements of our teammates in order to score goals.
Q, Can we expect goals?
A, I don't know if I will play in the game, but I want to do my best.
Q, What was your source of support during the frustrating times of injury?
A, I think football is something that comes with injuries. I didn't feel too sad because I thought I had to keep moving forward. During the rehabilitation period, I was able to calmly continue what I believed in.
Q, What have you believed in?
A, I was rehabilitating while keeping in mind the contribution I would make when I returned to the team.
