"Kensuke NAGAI"
"The opening goal was great because of Na SANGHO's cross ball, so all I had to do was finish it."

(Looking back at the second goal)
"We have been practicing crossing the ball from the beginning. At that time, I thought the ball would come near me, so I was able to adjust well and produce results from our practice."

(Two consecutive goals in the league. The reason for the good form is)
"We are able to attack in a good rhythm. Other players are also creating opportunities for us to rest while observing the situation on the front line, so I think we are able to put more power into our attacks."

(Recently, there has been a very high awareness of scoring goals)
"Today, we were scored on first and I thought it would be a tough game if we didn't manage to score at least one point. I was thinking of taking the chance to score if it came."

(Is the first goal in the representative team leading to confidence?)
"I am gaining confidence and able to play with a good rhythm from there. With confidence, I am able to make more plays."

(It feels like the attack has been activated)
"There are many players like Na SANGHO and Koutarou who can make a difference, so everyone is able to play in a way that suits them. I think we have a very good rhythm."

"Na SANGHO"
"Although we conceded the first goal and had a rough start, I think our determination to keep fighting led us to victory."

(Na SANGHO's energy and breakthrough power are leading the attack)
"Not only myself, but also the players around me, have a strong desire to win. Personally, it took me some time to fit in during the early season, but as I play, the players around me are trying to adapt to me. I am playing with the intention of responding to that feeling."

(In the previous match, I scored a goal and also showed plays that contributed to goals in this match. The reason for my current good form is)
"When I play in a match, I always have the mindset of doing whatever it takes to seize opportunities. It's because I was able to seize those opportunities that I have earned a starting position now. I want to continue meeting the expectations of the coach in the future."

(Entering the second half of the season, what we are focusing on again)
"I think that a strong start in the second half will give the team momentum, and if we can continue that and finish with a good ranking, I would be happy. I want to do my best to win the next game as well."

(Eagerness for the upcoming Tama River Clasico)
"As we face Kawasaki in a top match, we will be able to fight at home, so we will prepare well for the next game and definitely aim for victory."

"Tokyo - Manager Masaru HASEGAWA Press Conference Summary"
"We were able to defeat the strong G Osaka and the players worked hard. It was great to earn 3 points at home."
However, the start was not good. We couldn't pick up the second ball and our line dropped. In that situation, we can also concede goals like that. We need to concentrate more. It's good that we were able to come back and win the last two games, but we need to fix the issue of conceding the first goal. Our next opponent is Kawasaki Frontale, and it will be another tough game. Kawasaki also has a low number of goals conceded. I don't think it will be easy to score. If by any chance we concede, we need to make sure to get it back.
During this 7-game stretch, the players really gave it their all. We didn't have a good start, but the 1-1 draw against C Osaka in the second game of the Levain Cup was crucial. After that, the players' determination changed and we were able to achieve results. We will take a good rest and prepare well for the next game against Kawasaki."

(What were the areas that didn't go well in the match?)
"We couldn't pick up the second ball and the opponent's FW dragged our DF line down. We were able to make adjustments ourselves, but G Osaka also pulled back as soon as they took the lead. We were able to push forward and I think we took a lot of energy from the opponent. We were able to score while the opponent was pulling back, and I think the players were able to switch their minds and fight well."

(2 goals by Kensuke Nagai. Recently, his skill has also improved)
"Kensuke is a really good person, so there used to be times where he would pass instead of taking a chance. He's trying to play more towards the goal now."
FW has come out with a play that heads towards the goal in a situation where they have to score. They have been selected for the national team and their confidence can be seen. They are starting to feel like a striker."

(Na SANGHO has been placed on the left side and his movement has improved)
"The right side is not bad, but his strengths come out when he plays on the left. He also gained confidence from scoring in the previous match and he is a player who has been selected for the South Korean national team. I hope he continues to power up from here."

"G Osaka - Tsuneyasu Miyamoto Press Conference Summary"
(Right wing back Onose has returned from injury. What was the intention?)
"Onose played about 60 minutes in the Emperor's Cup against Sanuki and we judged that he could play to a certain extent."

(Reversed at the end of the first half. How do you view losing the momentum after taking the lead?)
"We were unable to attack as the opponent continued to possess the ball."
The players were trying to carefully advance the game after scoring the first goal.
Although we defended tenaciously, we conceded one goal and then another two minutes later. It was a shame.

(In the second half, Endo was substituted. It was the expected development, but we couldn't score until the end.)
"There were instances where the players were slow to make decisions, and the GK also made some fine saves."
It's different whether we advance the game with a 2-1 lead or hold the ball after conceding 3 points. The easy goal we gave up ended up affecting us until the end.

(I think they were wary of Tokyo's top two)
"They also have to be careful of the counter, and if they lose the ball halfway, the side half will also push forward."
We were able to respond to the attack of only two top players to some extent, but we were caught off guard by the movements of Na SANGHO.
The first goal was also deeply cut into the side. There was a problem with the one-on-one defense.