"Shuto ABE"
(Looking back on today's match)
"It was a tough situation both physically and mentally, with only two days between matches and an away trip. However, today the team was able to come together and fight as one. As a result, I am extremely happy to have won with my goal."

(Looking back at the final goal)
"My role was to aim for loose balls, but there was some time before the ball came in front of me, and as a result, I was able to shoot at my own timing. It was a crucial moment that I couldn't afford to miss, so I'm relieved that I was able to score."

(This makes it 3 goals in 2 official matches. What is the reason for this result?)
"Since scoring my first J1 goal in the away game against Hiroshima, I have a strong sense of heightened awareness towards shooting."
I think that being conscious of shots and goals is what has led to this result.
"Personally, I feel like I can play with a really good sense, so I want to score more goals to help the team in the future."

(The next match is against Yokohama FC at home in 3 days. My enthusiasm is)
"Since it's a home game, I can play in front of the fans and supporters."
"We want to secure 3 points at home."

"Manato SHINADA"
(Self-evaluation on defense)
"When going to steal the ball, it was tough to put pressure on the opposing midfielder from the anchor position because there was some distance. However, I think I was able to contribute to the team by continuing to make that long distance approach throughout the 90 minutes."

(In the midst of following the coach's instructions, it was in the form of embodying them)
"I think the coach expected me to be able to play like this, so I feel like I was able to contribute today in that sense."

(After a break from playing in the Shonan game, I was conscious of this game today)
"I've been told that my defense has improved, but I wanted to show a difference in attack. In the first half, I gave a last pass to Abe, but I wanted to make a ball that would lead to a goal with just one pass, and I also wanted to express that there are also middle shots."
I also think that in order to achieve that, we need to play the base fighting part firmly. Since the Shonan game, I have been preparing to be able to play 100% in any game."

(What motivated you mentally to play?)
"I feel confident about playing in the game, but I haven't played continuously yet, so I still have a long way to go. I want to continue preparing myself to give 100%."

(The midfield was composed of academy graduates)
"I think there is a good sense of unity with the increasing number of academy graduates. Since we have been building up our soccer together, I think there are also parts where we can understand each other and help each other play."

"Masato MORISHIGE"
"We wanted to win today's game no matter what, even with changes to the team. I feel really good because there are things we can gain by winning."

(About your own performance)
"What I need to do doesn't change much. I just want to do that and support the young players. If they can play freely, they can have a good performance. First of all, I played with a sense of responsibility that I need to play stable."

(The coach referred to the loss against Kashima during halftime, but what he was conscious of towards the end of the game)
"Even when we were pushed back, we made sure to close the gaps at crucial moments. Especially before and after the water break, or after substitutions, and towards the end of the game when the score is more likely to change, we focused and were able to hold on. We did what we had to do and just played with determination."

(Thoughts on Oita)
"This is where I became a professional soccer player after all."
"I always want to show a good appearance here, so I am happy with this result today."

(A word for the upcoming consecutive battles)
"It is important to continue winning, so I want to prepare well for the next one and continue to achieve victory."

"Tokyo - Manager Masaru HASEGAWA Press Conference Summary"
"It was a tough game, but it was great that the players, staff, and everyone were able to come together and win against Oita."

(Evaluation for the player selected today)
"Kosuke finally returned to the game after his shoulder injury. I think he played in his own style. Both Mita and Takumi showed their strengths. I also think Aito played for 90 minutes today and gained new confidence."

(Preparation and countermeasures for Oita's build-up?)
"There wasn't much time to prepare. We just watched the footage and did what we always do. Every player played as usual. There was nothing special."

(For 90 minutes, we were able to control the opponent by pressing from the front)
"When we can press against any team, we will do it. Oita is good at building up from the back. There were some moments where we were caught out, but I think we were able to do it with a good balance."

"Summary of Oita Katanozaka Tomohiro Coach's Press Conference"
"Today, Tokyo played a very intense match in back-to-back games, and they were prepared for us in just two days. They also had a change in their lineup and fought against us. Meanwhile, we had one week to prepare and we faced the Tokyo match with a unified strategy for both offense and defense."
We and Tokyo have various differences in conditions and current situations, but we lost with a score of 0-1 and it's very frustrating.
I wanted to score and get points while many fans and supporters were coming to the home.
Last season, Tokyo faced consecutive losses at home and away, and while feeling frustrated, they challenged what they couldn't do last season. Compared to last season, they may have had more opportunities to possess the ball and enter the attacking third, but there was still a toughness that wouldn't let them easily break through.
The hardworking attitude in Tokyo, even in consecutive games, the attitude of not losing power no matter who comes out and winning points, I think it will be tough in this consecutive games, but that is something we must learn from.
I also talked to the players in the locker room, but we still lack the power to score and win against such strong opponents. We need to play with energy and dynamism for the full 90 minutes without stopping. Without that, we cannot win the game. That's what I told them.
We have been able to play soccer with the support of various people, and the game is a source of encouragement for those people. Of course, winning is very important, but the attitude of fighting, never giving up, and really going for the goal, that's where we have the upper hand in Tokyo.
It's very frustrating, but we have to switch gears quickly because we have a match against Shonan on Wednesday. With today's disappointment in our hearts, we will reflect on our shortcomings and the players will make good preparations. I will also switch gears and make good preparations with the players, and I want to challenge the next game to be a winning game and a game that will be encouraging to watch."