Leandro
"This year was truly a challenging season with a very tight schedule. Despite the postponements, I believe we were able to achieve victory and have a really good conclusion."

(The dribbling path for the opening goal was wonderful)
"Ogawa won the header and the ball came to me, free. I started dribbling from there and was able to draw the sliding tackle from the opponent, Hisharujison. I evaded him at the right moment, broke through the second defender, and was able to take the shot in the end.
In the shooting part, there were times in other matches when I shot to the opposite side and it didn't go in. At the moment of the shot, that thought crossed my mind, and I decided to shoot towards the direction I was facing, and as a result, it went in.

(It has been 4 years since I came to Japan. This was my first season in Tokyo, but I feel I have grown so much up to this point)
"This has been the best year of the four. I won the ACL with Kashima, but I could only play in 2 matches due to an injury and had to undergo surgery.
Today, I fought until the end and won the title.
I think it was truly a wonderful season.

Masato MORISHIGE
This season has truly been a series of consecutive matches, where the young players have been given opportunities, and there have been times when results have come, and times when they have not.
I think they gained significant experience, especially in the ACL, through the J-League and ACL.
We veterans also had a great experience and felt many things during the tournament.
Considering that, I felt that what we have built up to this point was displayed in today's Final Round.

(My honest feelings about winning)
"I can only say that I am truly happy."
No words can express more than that.
This season, I think it has been difficult for fans and supporters as they have not been able to watch the games as they used to.
I am really happy to be able to present the title to those fans and supporters today.

(I think we've spent a long time without being able to win, but what I feel now is)
"Today, after the match ended, I was honestly happy that we were finally able to win.
I don't want to lose in the Final Round; I have a strong desire to win, and that's why I feel relieved now.
I only have these two feelings right now.

《Keigo HIGASHI》
(Coach HASEGAWA said there are things that can only be gained by winning, but reflecting on my current feelings)
"The moment the match ended, my emotions really came out. Now, seeing messages coming in from various acquaintances, I am once again realizing that we have won the championship.
We finished the 2019 season in second place, which was disappointing, but I am truly happy that we were able to end this year with a victory. This feels like a new start for Tokyo, and when you win, the desire to win again naturally arises. The moment we won is unforgettable. I have the feeling that I want to win a title again soon.

(Considering the injuries and the postponement of the Levain Cup Final Round, I think it was a deeply moving victory. My honest impression is)
"Initially, it was difficult to participate in the Levain Cup Final Round due to injuries, but with the schedule change, I was able to stand on this stage, and I thought if we didn't win, it would be said that 'the captain doesn't have it.'
I am truly happy that, with everyone's effort, we were able to become champions here. I am really grateful for the many fans and supporters who cheered us on even when we couldn't make any noise.

Have you ever felt something again when you were injured?
"In preparing for surgery, I realized that I was supported by many people, including doctors and medical staff, and that I could stand on the pitch."
I feel that this is a part that one doesn't notice until they get injured.
"We are fighting on the front stage, but I really want to thank those who support us behind the scenes, like Mr. Yamakawa, the equipment manager, and many other staff members."

(Impressions of fans and supporters at the new Japan National Stadium)
"I felt it during yesterday's practice as well, but I truly think the new Japan National Stadium is a wonderful stadium. I am really happy to be able to stand on the stage of the Levain Cup Final Round there, and I am even more delighted that we were able to win the championship."
I am truly grateful that many fans and supporters came, and even though we couldn't release our stress by shouting, we appreciate your support through applause and clapping.

《Tokyo - Summary of the Press Conference with Director Kenta HASEGAWA》
In this situation, I would like to express my gratitude to all the fans and supporters who came to cheer us on, as well as to those who supported us outside the stadium.
The players gave their best for 90 minutes to respond to the feelings of those fans and supporters.
I think I was able to give back even a little.
This title is the first step. I want to fight for more titles next season.

(This was the first title since taking office in Tokyo, but what kind of conversation did we have in the locker room at the end?)
"First of all, I believe that if we don't win titles, titles won't come to us."
I believe that by winning once, other titles will come closer, so I wanted to win one first, one of the three major titles.
During my playing days, the first title I won at G Osaka was the Levain Cup, so I feel a connection that the first title I won in Tokyo is also in this tournament.
The players all looked very happy and were smiling after the victory.
There are players leaving the team this season, and I truly believe that it was fate to be able to work with this wonderful group. I think it is because of the amazing encounters that we were able to achieve this wonderful title.
From now on, we will cherish wonderful connections and encounters, and we concluded by wishing for good fortune both as individual players and as a team.

(Although the first half was progressing at Tokyo's pace, was the aim hitting the mark?)
"Everyone covered for each other, while also taking care of the opponent's strengths, and I think they showcased the team's qualities. Including the substitutes, I believe they all worked hard for the team's victory."

(Regarding the use of player Morishige as an anchor)
"He was converted during the ACL, and since then, the team has been able to play more steadily and calmly in both offense and defense."
It was significant that we were able to actually utilize it in the league matches after returning to Japan, allowing the team to gain experience.
In the final match of the league, we were able to start Adailton on the left side, which means we could effectively utilize the league matches after the ACL for today.

(Changes in the team after taking office)
"I have always talked about how frustration makes the team stronger, and at the end of last season, being overtaken by Yokohama FM and witnessing them win right in front of us was a frustrating experience for us. Starting this season from that frustration, it has been a special season due to COVID, but we were able to play soccer by coming together and with the help of many people.
And I believe that being grateful for that and overcoming the frustration to win the title was a significant achievement.

《Kashiwa - NELSINHO Coach Press Conference Summary》
I think it was a very tough match.
There were periods in the first half with many fouls, and because it was the Final Round, it did not turn into a game with many goals.
In the first half, after conceding the opening goal, we managed to regain our pace just before the end and scored to equalize before the break.
At halftime, we aimed to apply pressure more from the front in defense. Regarding our attack, we tried to maintain possession of the ball once we entered the opponent's territory.
Although we conceded the second goal to the opponent in the second half, that period was a good time for us as we maintained balance in both offense and defense.
However, the opponent had very fast players up front, and they had players skilled in technique and tactics, so they took advantage of our momentary lapse in concentration and made it 1-2.
The opponent was able to play a very stable game after scoring their second goal.
We were hoping to somehow equalize and take it to extra time, but ultimately it ended with this result.