"Shuto ABE"
(It was our first victory after resuming. Looking back on today's match)
"The coach told us that today's match would be a big one, so we couldn't afford to lose as a team or individually. We were able to play with passion and in the end, it was great to win 2-1."

(How did you approach the opponent you lost to three days ago?)
"I confirmed that each individual was able to compete in the ball and not lose in running ability, and I also approached it with a strong awareness of that aspect."

(It seemed like there were many tough plays from the opponent)
"This kind of Asian tournament is not something you can experience often. I also had intense tackles and charges for the first time, but I want to use it as a good experience and continue to grow myself."

(We finished second in the group league with today's result. Looking ahead)
"We were able to earn 3 points today, so we want to continue this momentum and go for another 3 points in the next match against Ulsan with all of us."

"Leandro"
(Looking back on the match)
"I'm glad we were able to win a difficult match. We still have a chance to advance to the group stage on our own, so we want to keep working towards the next one."

(Looking back at the opening goal)
"We had many chances in the first half, but couldn't score. In the second half, there were also some mistakes from the opponent, but we were able to score and that was good."

(After Diego OLIVEIRA's substitution, how did you continue to play?)
"Diego OLIVEIRA is a very important player for the team. It's unfortunate that he had to be substituted due to injury, but the players who came on as substitutes also played well, so the team was able to continue the game without losing momentum."

"Masato MORISHIGE"
(Looking back on the match)
"It was good to achieve the goal of scoring and winning in a tough battle."

(It became a play in the middle of the game, but looking back on my own play)
"It was a difficult position."
"However, I think I was able to play as I imagined, by observing the opponent's situation and either dropping back to receive or jumping out to receive on the front line."

(What is your role after conceding a goal?)
"We were aware of the need to fill the positions with just the two of us, as they sent in several tall players. I think we did well for our first time."

(Determination to advance to the group stage)
"Shanghai was a difficult opponent with a unique style."
The next match will be against a different opponent, so we want to switch gears and play Tokyo-style soccer again in the next two days.

"Player Keigo HIGASHI"
"We were able to analyze our opponents well since we lost to them three days ago, and I think it was a game where our strengths were shown.
We wanted to end the game with no goals against us, but I believe this victory will lead to another big win, so we want to continue this momentum."

(Assisted in the opening goal. Looking back)
"Leandro did a really good job of scoring."
I think it was a difficult shot, but I am grateful that he saved the team with his high-quality play. Also, we were able to score the second goal in a great way from Harasawa player to Abe player.
I struggled because I couldn't score this one point three days ago.
"We still have more games to go, so I believe there will be opportunities for players who did not play today. I want to fight together as a team."

(It was a very intense game. How was the feeling of battling in Asia?)
"There is a sense of nostalgia when it comes to the referee and the intensity of the opponent."
I have experienced the battle of Asia at the Olympics myself, so I knew the atmosphere of the venue and the game.
In the future, as we continue to fight, it will lead to our own growth and also be a significant growth for the team.
"I want to keep fighting without running away."

(For the next game)
"We have no choice but to win. Everyone will have a chance in the back-to-back games in two days."
If a new player performs well there, the team's atmosphere will quickly improve.
"We want to fight together as a team."

"Tokyo - Manager Masaru HASEGAWA Press Conference Summary"
"It was a very difficult game."
Despite having chances, Leandro was able to score the opening goal in a situation where it was difficult to score due to various pressures.
After that, the opponent's foreign player came on as a substitute and launched a physical play, but the DF line held strong and we were able to limit their comeback to one goal and secure the victory.
With today's result, the possibility of advancing to the qualifiers on our own has emerged. We want to give our all in the next two matches and fight to advance to the qualifiers.

(In the first half, in the midst of a situation where it was difficult to score, how did you approach the second half?)
"The players were excited from the first half, so I talked to them about entering the game calmly."
When emotions run too high, it's difficult to play a solid game. In the second half, they played calmly."

(At the press conference the day before, it was said that we will continue to play Tokyo-style football, but with two more games in the next two days, I think we will consume a lot of energy. Will we continue to play this style in this climate?)
"We want to continue fighting with our style. We believe that any player we bring in can play the "Tokyo style". We want to continue playing our football in the future."

(How is Diego OLIVEIRA's injury?)
"I don't know the details, but he is unable to walk on his own. I hope that dangerous plays like that will be strictly punished."

(In the first half, player Nagai was substituted and in the second half, an open game was possible and we were able to score)
"In the first half, Nagai had chances but couldn't finish them. In the second half, Adailton was brought in, but our style of play didn't change between the first and second half."