《Diego OLIVEIRA》
I thought it would be a difficult match since we had lost to this opponent once in the league.
It was good to enter the match in a good shape, and we were able to take a 2-point lead in the first half and win solidly.

(The opening goal was a fantastic score in response to Okazaki's long feed)
"It was a very fast flow, but a wonderful ball came to me from Okazaki."
I was able to shake off my opponent with my own speed and score a goal, so that was good.
I think both the starters and the players who came on during the match fought really well today.
It became a wonderful victory

(I have scored in three consecutive matches)
"I am very happy.
I feel that a good flow is coming, and this is the result of everyone working hard and fighting.
I want to do my best to continue contributing to the team's victory.

《Hirotaka MITA Player》
(Looking back at the goal scene)
"It was a mistake by the opponent, but I hesitated to shoot directly there.
However, without rushing, I was able to aim for the course properly, luring the far side while kicking into the near side to score a goal.

(The control of the game over 90 minutes has been improving)
"Recently, we had been conceding goals, so it was good to finish without conceding any.
I think today, player Kodama made a big save and helped keep the score at zero, allowing the team to finish well.

(It feels like the essence of Tokyo has returned)
"The opening goal was also a goal typical of Tokyo."
I think we were able to create those scenes multiple times today, and I believe the essence of Tokyo has returned.

(Is the team gaining momentum?)
"The coach mentioned that a victory today is necessary for the team to build momentum."
I'm glad we were able to win, but we still need to refine the content aspect further.
From now on, we will have consecutive matches against strong teams, but we definitely want to win.

《Makoto OKAZAKI》
"Recently, I've finally been improving my condition, and in the last match against Shonan, I've been able to contribute as a member of the team."
Currently, Tsuyoshi WATANABE and Tagawa are of the same generation and have been selected for the U-24 national team, and they will be back soon.
I approached this match with the feeling that if I didn't perform well, I might not get another chance to express my strengths.
I think it was good that we were able to finish the match today without conceding any goals.

(Also recorded an assist for the valuable opening goal)
"I had always seen Diego OLIVEIRA, but I didn't think he could send the ball so beautifully to that spot, so in a way, there was a lucky aspect to it."
However, from the perspective of the defense line, Adailton and Diego OLIVEIRA actively break through, and Mita has the characteristic of being able to control the ball at his feet, making it very easy to play, and the forwards are also believing in that and starting to run.
He moved many times, so I wanted to somehow deliver the ball to him. However, regarding the scoring scene, I think this goal was thanks to Diego OLIVEIRA, who got past the goalkeeper and scored.

(Regarding build-up, there were many instances of long balls played with a wide view)
"To be honest, I had talked with Takumi NAKAMURA on the same side about wanting to connect more on the same side. I knew the diagonal was open, but since we couldn't connect on the same side, it was a choice I made, so I want to aim for plays that go through the defensive midfielder or target the forward's feet.
This time, due to the speed of Kobe's press, we couldn't do that. I think there are more areas for improvement.

(After the assist, I ran over to Diego)
"I didn't think that would lead to a goal, so all I could think was, 'Thank you.'
I couldn't help but run over to Diego OLIVEIRA, who connects to the goals.

(How do you perceive the defense's clean sheet)
"Since the start of this season, there have been few zeros, and as a defender, it has not been a good trend.
Although there weren't many scenes where we were broken down in the previous match against Shonan, I felt that the flow was not good.
If we can somehow keep it to zero with the players who participated together, our evaluation will improve, and more than anything, the team will be on the rise. I entered the practice with that awareness, and today we were actually able to finish with zero.
Not only the defenders but also the forwards were actively defending from the front with that mindset. That led to a clean sheet and ultimately allowed us to achieve victory.

(The team has achieved three consecutive wins in official matches)
"It's not bad since we are winning, but it's not very good either."
We are not members who become complacent after winning; rather, I believe we are teammates who can say, 'We need to keep improving here because we won.'
I believe that a team that can make adjustments and improvements while winning can become stronger, so I think we can continue to get better in the future.

《Tokyo - Summary of the Press Conference with Director Kenta HASEGAWA》
"Even considering that today is the group stage of the Levang, we have gradually been able to win with substance in the league matches, and today we positioned this as an important match for us and fought accordingly."
If today turns out to be bad both in content and results, it will take time to regain momentum. I think we were able to play a good game in terms of continuity.
I think being able to score two goals right from the start expressed the way Tokyo plays.
After that, there were moments when we were a bit tired and pushed back, but in the second half, we raised the defensive line and were able to create chances to score the third goal, so overall it was good for the team.
The next league match is away against Nagoya. The Levain match will be against Oita. Important matches are coming up, so I want to maintain this momentum and prepare for the next game.

(Scoring two goals early, have they become accustomed to the flow of the game?)
"At the beginning of the season, the team's condition wasn't good, so I think the overall condition has gradually improved."
By winning, we gain confidence again, and the players are very positively working to improve their quality, so I believe that the results and content reflect that effort.

(CB Okazaki showed good play in both offense and defense. Regarding the dynamism of young players)
"He is a player who should already have the experience to play at the center of Tokyo. An Olympic athlete with plenty of experience in international competitions."
After returning from Shimizu, I had discomfort in my knee, and it was hoped that my condition would improve during camp after surgery, but recently, I have finally started to feel better.
He played well in the Shonan match, and he is originally a player who can distribute the ball. I hope he becomes a key player in the team for the rest of the season.

《Kobe - Summary of the Press Conference with Coach Atsuhiro MIURA》
"It was a shame about the conceded goal."
We need to reflect on the fact that our mistakes led to those two goals, which we could have predicted. In the second half, we tried to catch up from 0-2, but we must also seriously reflect on the fact that Tokyo's defense was so solid that we couldn't score even one goal.

(The first goal conceded was from a long ball, but it required some anticipation as well)
"The forwards were pressing from the front, and I think Tokyo felt some pressure from that press and kicked the ball into the space behind. I believe it was a situation that could have been prevented with proper anticipation from both center-backs."

(Should the second goal have been connected more carefully?)
"There was a slight misalignment in the pass, but I think that ultimately leading to a goal was a good experience."

(Changed the starting lineup from the league match. There were many young players, but regarding their evaluation)
"I think each player feels the parts they did well and the parts they didn't."
I talked in the locker room during halftime and after the match.
Of course, there are challenges in every match, but how each individual faces and overcomes those challenges will definitely lead to personal growth. I hope we can properly address today's areas for improvement and look forward to individual growth.