"Tsuyoshi WATANABE"
(About the partnership with Okazaki, who formed a center back)
"As we play more games, I am starting to understand Okazaki's characteristics. We are able to play in a good relationship with each other, and I feel that in the games."

(Although we couldn't score in today's match)
"There are other teams like Sendai that defend by pulling back. In those types of matches, I think set plays will become effective, so I want to use my strengths and aim for goals."

(Regarding attack)
"Due to the influence of the wind, I didn't think long balls from the DF line to the front line would be effective. As a team, we had the image of distributing the ball to the side backs and midfielders and building up the game. However, we had two speedy players in the front line, so there were also situations where we could have been more aggressive and challenged by carrying the ball forward. I also felt the need to assess the situation and make decisions."


(About Tagawa, who was selected for the national team)
"We were trying to create a situation where Tagawa's characteristics would stand out as a team. I think he also has a frustrating feeling about not being able to score. Before the U-20 World Cup, we wanted him to score in games like this and gain momentum, but today we couldn't bring the team into a good shape."

(Could not score, but was able to finish with no goals conceded)
"Now, as a team, it has become normal to keep a clean sheet in both league and cup matches. In that regard, I think it was good to finish the game without conceding any goals."

"Makoto OKAZAKI"
(About the combination with Watanabe)
"We both have clear strengths. Watanabe is strong in aerial battles and can also go tight in ball contests."
I have confidence in my defense, but I also want to show my strengths in attack. Today, we were able to play while communicating with each other to bring out the best in each other.

(During the game, which was progressing without any major issues, if we were to point out areas for improvement)
"We were able to maintain focus for most of the time and work together with player Hayashi without creating any gaps."
However, as the second half progressed, the number of times we were caught on short counters and second balls increased. I think the reason for this is that we couldn't keep our line up and couldn't pick up second balls. We need to reflect on this together and make improvements."

(I want to control the line a little more)
"In the tough time of the second half, the opponent's simple clear ball connected to their attack, and we were attacked from there. If we were able to play clearly in the second half, I think we could have created more time for our own attack."

(Still no goals conceded)
"I was thinking that if we didn't keep it at 0, there would be no next chance, and I also talked to Ota. We had players like Na SANGHO, Diego OLIVEIRA, Tagawa, Kubo, and Nagai on the front line, and by keeping it at 0, we were able to attack so much in the second half. Keeping it at 0 was having a synergistic effect on both offense and defense."

"Tokyo - Manager Masaru HASEGAWA Press Conference Summary"
"How do we interpret the result of one point? We wanted to get three points, but I think it was difficult with today's performance. The players played with passion, but there were also moments where they put in too much effort. I talked to the players in a meeting about our five consecutive losses to Sendai, so as a whole, our soccer became unsettled."
Among them, I think it was a very reliable result that the young DF team was able to completely shut out the experienced attacking team, just like in the previous Levain Cup.
The decision to advance to the playoff stage will be carried over until the final round, and although it will be difficult schedule-wise, I spoke to the players about aiming to gain points against Tosu and finish the group stage. We have a league match in 3 days, so I hope we can all prepare well together."

(Substituted two players from the second half start, but the flow didn't change much)
"I wanted Tateei to receive in a more casual position, but it didn't turn out as intended."
Diego OLIVEIRA was not much different. There were a few powerful shots and a couple of chances, but he was skillfully stopped by Sendai's experienced defense line."

"Sendai - Manager Susumu WATANABE Press Conference Summary"
"Our mission today is to earn 1 point. We have prepared to secure first place by any means necessary, not just a draw. There were some difficult moments, but the players were determined and fought smartly to earn 1 point without conceding, which I think is a big achievement."

(Reason for one less player on the bench)
"We were thinking about the next league match. In the previous away match against Kawasaki, the players who played for a long time were still tired. After considering everything, we decided to play with 17 players."