Speed star leading Tokyo to victory
Giving all his body and soul, aiming for a complete comeback
FW 39 Teruhito NAKAGAWA
Special content introducing the all-blue and red warriors who will challenge the 2024 season. What are the players, who are facing the opening, thinking and what kind of determination are they approaching the year with? The players' stories, hidden in their hearts with club love, thirst for titles, aspirations for success, and the roles they must fulfill──. Teruhito NAKAGAWA, who has experienced two league victories with Yokohama F.Marinos and became a member of the blue and red in the 2023 season as "the man who knows the taste of victory". However, he spent an unsatisfactory time both personally and as a team last season. A growing sense of crisis in his heart. He, who has often spoken with his back, is now demanding more from himself and those around him, aiming to lead Tokyo to their first league victory.
With all his heart and soul, Teruhito NAKAGAWA is ready to fight in his second season with the blue and red team. His strong desire to win the championship for Tokyo remains unwavering this season. The blonde speedster will lead the team with his play and words.
Last season, my first year after transferring, was a disappointing season where I couldn't be satisfied with my own performance or the team's results. And it's no wonder. I only scored 4 goals and couldn't even score a single goal in the second half. The team also struggled and finished in 11th place, the first time in 6 seasons that we finished below 10th place. After the season, all he had to say were words of reflection. It was a season where he shook his head more often than nodding.
That's why the passion for the new season is stronger than ever. We won't hesitate to point out the attitudes and elements that the team is lacking, and we will demand strictness from those around us. The man who used to convey messages with his back is now trying to show them through his words and actions.
"I've been saying this since last season, but I think it's necessary for everyone in Tokyo to come together and become stronger as a family, solving each problem one by one. If we do that, I believe we have the strength to win the league. When we finally win the league title after working hard step by step, it will be an indescribable joy."
In order for Tokyo to taste the long-awaited joy, the performance of number 39 is essential. In his second season as manager, Peter CKLAMOVSKI has a clear direction and goal for the soccer team, and if Nakagawa can play comfortably at the forefront, it should be a proof that the team's gears are working together.
"I have a strong desire to change this club," says Terry. Since becoming a member of the blue and red team, there has been no change in his attitude and words. The determination of this man, who dreams of winning the league for the third time, will change Tokyo.
Text by Daisuke Suga (El Golasso)
