"Sei MUROYA Player"
"Through the game, we talked together about bringing our emotions to the forefront and faced it. Due to the weather, it was difficult to approach the goal, but I think we were able to work hard together."

(Have you ever played in such a waterlogged pitch condition?)
"I don't think I've ever played a match in such a waterlogged state before."

(The pitch warm-up was suddenly cancelled before the match)
"I was a little worried because we needed to pay extra attention to how the ball would slide and what the feeling would be like at the beginning, but I think everyone adapted quickly."

(Please review the first goal that became the final point)
"I had taken several shots in the first half, and the coach told me, 'If you hit the frame, something might happen.' So, there was also a sense of intuition, but I was able to focus on hitting the frame and score a goal."

(It was a goal that hit the post while being rejected by the GK, but the aim at that time was)
"(I didn't know when the ball would stop due to the rain, so I just focused on hitting it well to keep it within the frame)"

(The moment I entered, the guts pose was impressive)
"From today's game development, I thought it would be a one-point game, so I was really thinking that it would be a big deal if I could take the lead, so that feeling welled up."

(Built up from the camp, what kind of feeling did you have?)
"Honestly, I still feel like there's nothing. Today, the situation was such that we couldn't really show the tactical aspect, so we focused on working hard and fighting. It's a big thing to win games like this, and I hope we can continue to build on experiences like today."

(The season has finally begun. This year's resolution is)
"The ACL group stage will start soon. I want to prepare well and face it."

"Adailton"
(Looking back on the match)
"If you watch today's match, you'll see that the conditions weren't ideal for playing soccer, and we had to play in a different way than our usual style. Despite that, we were able to fight as a team and achieve victory, and I'm personally very happy to have scored a goal. It was great to be able to express my strengths, such as power and speed, on the pitch. I'm truly happy to be able to celebrate with the fans and supporters."

(Looking back at the goal scene)
"I felt that the GK was taking a high position from the first half. In the goal scene, I could see the GK coming out when I tried a long dribble, so I was able to loop it in with a good looping shot."

(Did I fulfill my role in today's game, and what were the factors that led to today's victory?)
"Today, the players who took the field felt that they were able to fight for the team in their own way."
In this kind of pitch, I couldn't do dribbles or passes properly. However, I was more determined to win this game and was able to fight with the thought of definitely grabbing the victory. Each player was able to contribute in their own way, and I think it was because each player took responsibility and fought that we were able to win.


(The factor that led to today's victory)
"In this kind of pitch, I couldn't do dribbles or passes properly. However, more than that, I had a strong desire to win this game and was able to fight with the feeling that I had to win. That's why I think we were able to achieve victory."

"Keigo HIGASHI"
"It was a very difficult battle because the feeling of the pitch was different from what I usually do. However, I was able to surpass the opponent in the ball contest during defense, which ultimately led to a goal. Today, winning was everything, so I'm really glad."

(The difference from last season)
"It was difficult just for today's game, but new signings Leandro and Adailton also showed very good movements. Midfielder Abe also played a good role for us."
"I think these players are giving me motivation, so I want to continue training and improve my condition even more."

(Future challenges)
"We still have to improve our condition and as a team, we are also challenging a new system this season. We want to continue to motivate each other as a team and build something even better."

(What kind of season do we want this season to be?)
"Last season, we want to achieve what we couldn't. We want to have good games in both the ACL and J-League, and show the fans and supporters games that will make them happy."

"Tokyo - Manager Masaru HASEGAWA Press Conference Summary"
"I am glad to be able to participate in the main tournament. It was also my responsibility to fight as a representative of the J-League. I also conveyed to the players to fight with pride as representatives of the J-League."
There are no easy games in Asia. The players fought from the kick-off. We also talked about being careful in front of the goal because the refereeing is different from J. I thought set pieces would be the most dangerous, so the defensive line understood and fought.
The last foul by Taichi was not intentional, as he himself stated, but of course being sent off is not a good thing.
There may be difficult decisions in this kind of Asian tournament. We have to pay close attention and fight until the end, but I think it was good that we were able to score additional points even with 10 players.
Adailton, Leandro, and Omari, along with short preparation period, the new players have shown good performance. We need to continue to improve from here. We want to step up even more and prepare well for the match against Ulsan Hyundai FC on the 11th of next month."

(Honestly, it was bad weather that made it difficult for the game to take place, but how did you view the situation?)
"Both teams were under the same conditions. The field was still not fully established as it was being renovated from the Rugby World Cup to the Olympics. However, I think the groundkeepers and everyone involved made an effort, and it was an unavoidable situation, so we decided to keep it simple. Young players are not yet used to playing in such bad field conditions. They need to have good technique to carry and move the ball, and even if they kick it hard, the ball won't go far. I think they played well as time went on."
Brazilian players have great technical skills. When we were young, it was said that the difference in technique would show on rainy days. We played soccer in the mud. I hope young players can improve their skills through experiences like this."

"Summary of Coach Rene Listvidakovich's Press Conference at Ceres Negros"
"Due to the weather conditions, we were unable to achieve good results. This type of weather is disadvantageous for both us and FC Tokyo. However, FC Tokyo was able to create more chances and capitalize on them compared to us."

(Looking back on the three playoff games)
"First of all, I am proud of the players."
I got the impression that I gave my all in every game. Today, I think I had the opportunity to receive a PK at the end, but I was not fortunate enough to do so, and I want to accept the result including that."

(The set plays were good, but what kind of analysis did you do?)
"Of course, we analyzed the Tokyo team, but even if we analyzed it thoroughly, the weather can greatly affect our predictions. Today, we had to make significant changes to our planned strategy. We couldn't connect our short passing style, which is our usual style, and it became a completely different style. The players also seemed to be forced to play in an unfamiliar style."