Masayuki YAMADA

Although the match ended with a significant score difference, there were moments where the opponent was able to attack.
It was really significant that we were able to score the opening goal, and I believed that the subsequent additional goals would be the key to the match, so I think that point was what determined the outcome of the game.

(How do you feel personally?)
I think I was able to respond calmly, but I still believe there are areas where I need to improve to perform at this level in J1. I want to reflect on this and connect it to the next match.

(Reflecting on my first goal in the J-League)
I received a really good ball from player Ogawa, and since the timing was right from the first half, I had the desire to definitely score and make it easier for the team.
I think it was very good because that feeling was connected to the goal.

(Did you run to the supporters after scoring?)
They always come to support us from far away, and I could hear the many cheers from the fans and supporters during the match.
I really think it was great to be able to repay the expectations of those supporters.

(What is your enthusiasm for the next match?)
With Lipe VELOSO joining, our attacking variations have increased, and I believe we can definitely become a strong team.
I want to aim for victory with a challenger spirit against any opponent, with confidence and good preparation.

《Ryoya OGAWA》

We were able to aggressively approach the ball from the first half, and as a result, we were able to outpace our opponents in the second half and score a lot of goals in the final stages.
Above all, I believe that being able to keep the score to 0 is a good state for the team.

(How do you feel personally?)
Overall, there were still moments of passing mistakes and scenes where crosses could be better coordinated, so I feel that I need to be able to play at a higher level.

(Looking back at the scoring scene)
Since there was space in front of me, I thought I would go for it myself.
Since Hara and Lipe VELOSO were also running at the same time, the opposing players were distracted by the two, allowing me to take a shot myself.
I would like to thank the players who supported me around.

(There was also an assist from CK to player Yamada)
Every time, we discussed to synchronize the timing for set plays with player Yamada.
I was really happy that it led to a goal today.

(What is your enthusiasm for the next match?)
In the J3 League, there are few consecutive wins, so I want to stay focused and aim for consecutive victories in the next match.

Summary of Coach Tadashi NAKAMURA's Press Conference

"First of all, I would like to thank everyone for allowing us to play on such a great pitch, and also to the fans and supporters who came all the way to watch the match."

The team's start to the match was not very good.
Mr. Tottori had a faster start, and his movements to break through and sense of speed were superior, which I believe created several chances for the opponent at the beginning of the match.
As time passed, the players gradually made adjustments and were able to score the opening goal.

At halftime, the players discussed what needed to be corrected as a team before heading into the second half.

I think that the increasing scenes where we surpassed the opponent in terms of the number of runs and transitions, as their legs started to slow down little by little, led to the goals in the second half.
I think it was a very tight match, but I really believe the players played without stopping until the very end.