Masato MORISHIGE
(Looking back at the goal scene)
"First of all, the ball was good. When a good ball comes, I have the confidence to score, and Ogawa delivered the ball just as I imagined."

(There were position changes during the match, but what I was aware of at that time)
"I was aware of the build-up phase.
I thought we could change the situation by feeding from our side or peeling off one layer. In the first half, we weren't able to play smoothly, so in the second half, I believed that if we could stay calm without getting flustered at the back, we would have more time to play. After the position changed, I focused on that aspect of the game.

(Resulting in three consecutive losses, but the areas for improvement are)
"Defense. While it is important to reduce the number of goals conceded, it is even more crucial to improve overall defensive coordination. The first half wasn't bad, but there have been inconsistencies in recent matches.
If everyone can positively go for the opponent's ball like in the second half, I think we can fight from a position of advantage. I hope we can play while discussing how to defend against the opponent with the image of the second half today in mind.

(I think it will become a non-attendance situation, but towards the next match)
"It is unfortunate that the state of emergency was declared just as fans and supporters were gradually increasing in the stadium, but I want to play while feeling the joy of being able to at least have a match during this time. It is lonely without fans and supporters, but we want to fight hard for the fans who are cheering for us in front of the TV."

(Current team situation)
"Not everything is bad; we were able to see some of our strengths."
However, giving the opponent a chance due to our own mistakes and conceding a goal from a single shot is common in football. The key is how to prevent that, which comes down to each individual's mindset and the little details like closing in by a step or half a step. These small commitments can lead to preventing goals or scoring them, so I want to improve that precision of being one step or half a step closer.

(Regarding the result of three consecutive losses)
"I am disappointed and there are parts that I feel let down, but conversely, overcoming this situation is something we can only do with our own strength, so I want to take a positive approach and turn this situation around."
Next, there is the Levain Cup and then the league, but I want to prepare steadily day by day while training properly.

《Takuya UCHIDA》
(Although I came on as a substitute, what I focused on)
"Since I was playing as a fullback, which I don't usually do, I paid attention to my defense while also creating chances in attack, carrying the ball myself to aim for assists, and being conscious of going for goals like in the match against Kawasaki."

(How did it feel to actually play?)
"I felt like there were many plays I could do well, but there were also things I couldn't do. I want to improve those areas and add more energy to the team, create chances, and add an accent to our attacks by aiming for goals. Those aspects are also my strengths, so I want to keep playing while improving them."

(He entered as a right side back and added an accent, but he made efforts in the attacking aspect)
"I was conscious of the cross balls and bringing the whole team forward."
In the first half, we had little time with the ball, so I thought we could create time even as full-backs. I believe we were able to have a different way of holding the ball and engaging in the attack compared to the first half.

(The challenges in a play that didn't seem unfamiliar)
"In the second half, I think the opponent's momentum weakened, and we had some leeway, so we need to play more to understand how much we can do in the same momentum as the first half."
I want to create more chances in the attacking part.
In fact, we haven't been able to score or assist while losing today. I believe that's an area we can still improve on.

《Tokyo - Summary of the Press Conference with Director Kenta HASEGAWA》
"We started well, but in that moment, we were caught off guard."
That is the resilience of Tosu, and we must not be caught off guard in such fleeting moments. Of course, the kicker was free, but since the players were positioned well, I wanted them to somehow block the shot or prevent a good header from happening.
However, in the second half, we showed a lot of spirit and managed to score a goal, bringing the game closer to our opponents. Compared to the last match against Fukuoka, I think our rebound mentality after conceding a goal was good. This season, we have conceded a bit too many goals, so next, I want the team to focus more on scoring the first goal and fight for it.

(In the second half, we changed the system to turn the game around, but it seemed that there were few effective attacks. The main reason is)
"In the second half, we managed to score one goal, and we clearly had more chances than in the first half. I think if shots from Nagai, Ogawa, and Leandro had gone in, it would have been different, but the inability to finish those chances and the persistence of the Tosu players were factors that prevented us from adding more goals."

(I think the timing of the goals conceded in the first half was not good, but the reason is)
"In the scene of the goal conceded from the cross, as I mentioned earlier, I think there was a defender there.
Among them, the pinpoint crosses from the Tosu players and the heading skills of player Sakai were outstanding.
The second goal came when we lost the loose ball and the opponent carried it forward. It was a situation where one player from the defensive line needed to apply pressure, but the approach was too slow, allowing the opponent to take a shot. We were exploited for our lack of pressure in the vital area.
The ability to score even when tired is a testament to the skills of the players from Tosu, and I believe that our matchups against Tosu have seen several super long-range goals scored consecutively, which cannot be denied as a matter of compatibility. Of course, they are good shots and wonderful goals, but we also conceded goals from that position last season.
There is some sweetness in the approach, but I think it turned into a difficult situation.

(It has been three consecutive losses in the league, but my current feelings)
"I am feeling a great sense of crisis.
First, we need to change the flow.
A situation that could lead to getting stuck in a quagmire.
There is the Levain Cup in three days, but I believe we must all fight together to somehow stop this momentum.

(The aim of changing the system in the second half and how the players were sent out)
"I wanted to put more players in the box for crosses to the goal, so I made the change."
"Since Tosu scored 2 goals in the first half, I conveyed that we can also score and sent them out."

《Tosu - Myung Hwi KIM Coach Press Conference Summary》
"It was good to secure a victory against Tokyo. Regarding the game plan, just like in the previous match, we didn't want to leave space behind with high pressing against a team with strong individual players, so we thought about it and adjusted our positioning."
In the first half, we were able to execute our game plan as intended, and in the second half, we faced continued pressure, but I believe the players fought with great perseverance.

(It seemed that Tokyo had control of the pace from the start in both the first and second halves)
"It's something that involves the opponent."
Of course, it would be nice to set the pace, but if we can't, we'll just adapt accordingly. There isn't any particular obsession with that.

(In the second half, it felt like we conceded a goal just as the opponent changed their system and Tosu was trying to respond by changing their own system. Still, the intention to fight without changing the system was)
"As you can see, there is obviously a difference in individual abilities, so there is no other way but to defend as a team. We were leading 2-0, and pushing forward to establish our own rhythm was also one option.
There was also the fact that it was an away game, and the opponent was on a losing streak and very aggressive, so I got the impression that we were overwhelmed by their momentum.
While it was also due to giving away set plays, the fact that there were enough players meant that being taken out as a unit was the cause of the goal conceded.
However, while properly moving the ball in the opponent's court and creating our own rhythm, we couldn't quite get to the shooting stage, but I think that's something we just have to grow through.
I believe that the players need to repeat games in such situations many times to develop themselves, and I want to move forward from here.