"Sei MUROYA Player"
(It was a great equalizing goal)
"I came in as a side back in a losing situation, but I was strongly aware of the attacking aspect and entered the game."
"I just had to take a strong shot because I received a good ball from Leandro."

(It was a very tight game, but how did you see it from the bench?)
"I felt that both teams were playing at a high intensity. Sapporo, our opponent, also played very good soccer, but we entered the game with the desire to score the first goal."

(What does this 1 point mean?)
"Since we were able to take 1 point from Sapporo on the away ground, I want to turn this 1 into the next point."

(The next match will also be an away game.)
"We want to secure 3 points against Kashima and continue to climb up the rankings."

"Yojiro TAKAHAGI"
"We conceded a goal just before the end of the first half, making it a difficult situation. However, we were able to score one goal with the help of substitute players and we want to see this as a positive result, being able to earn 1 point away from home."

(Until three players entered the game in the second half, the speed of our attack was lacking. Looking back, what aspects of our attack were not working well?)
"We were pulled back by the opponent's attacking power, which made our defense heavier. This resulted in us not being able to make any moves to overtake the ball and connect to a strong attack."
Although we were a little too conscious of the opponent's counter, in the second half, we were able to score a goal and return to the game thanks to everyone's aggressive play on both offense and defense.

(Is it because of the good performance of Sapporo that we became heavy?)
"In the first half, it was more like we were being pulled by the opponent's football rather than playing our own football."

(There was a player substitution early in the first half, but regarding the battle from there)
"Accidents are inevitable in any game."
At that time, we need to stay calm and communicate with each other, such as confirming our positioning.
I think it's difficult for substitute players to prepare from the first half, but thanks to Abe's thorough preparation, it led to a smooth response.

(Joan OUMARI's collaboration)
"I was able to play without any problems."
Joan OUMARI's strength in ball control and quick covering were evident throughout the game, allowing us to play confidently in the front. He also provided support from behind, which was very reassuring."

"Tokyo - Manager Masaru HASEGAWA Press Conference Summary"
"It was a difficult game, but we managed to catch up in the end and come away with 1 point."
The first half was a rather slow-paced game, and we were unable to play our usual aggressive style. We were scored against just before the end, but we were able to hold on and respond in the second half.
Despite that, the tempo didn't pick up, so we changed the members and Nagai and Muroya came in, the tempo of the game picked up and we were able to catch up in the end. There were a few chances in the final stages and we had the thought of "if only", but in this game, we have to be satisfied with 1 point.

(There were many scenes where the attack was knocking)
"First of all, the ball speed on the pitch was quite different from Ajinomoto Stadium."
In addition, all teams had a match in three days and there was also travel involved. As expected, the match was difficult. We were able to win against Yokohama FM and Urawa, but we talked about how a little carelessness could be detrimental and we entered the match with that in mind, but we felt that our aggressiveness was not coming out.
It was the Yokohama FM and Urawa games where I realized that I had to go under pressure in the Kawasaki game and I was able to do it.
Today, it was easily connected to Sapporo, and unfortunately, the defense switch did not turn on.

(There was also a game where the substitution strategy worked well)
"We knew that it would be an open game with Sapporo in the end. It was a plus for Tokyo that players like Nagai and Muroya, who can run until the end, were there in the end."
For Sapporo, it was difficult to deal with today's match because under the previous rule (3 substitutions), players like that did not come out in the final stages. It was a goal that was able to exploit that."

(The second game of the 3-game series, the tempo didn't pick up easily)
"I think I used a lot of fresh players today, but João did well from start to finish in his first start."
Hokou also played with a rough breath. However, I feel that there was no sense of excitement in the front line.

"Sapporo Petrovic Press Conference Summary"
"I was able to express the wonderful Sapporo soccer today."
It's disappointing to draw, but I think it was the best game of the season.
In the first half, we were able to play our soccer without giving the opponent any chances for a quick attack.
In the second half, there were at least three chances to score. However, in soccer, it is common for the opposing team to catch up if those chances are not taken.
However, the players ran until the end and I am satisfied with the performance they showed. However, I am not satisfied with the result. I have very mixed feelings.
"Although the first home game with supporters ended in a draw, I am very happy and grateful for their support until the end."