Masato MORISHIGE
What I felt from today's defeat
is that you can sometimes feel it during the match when the team is not doing well.
I felt again that things like having a poor balance, being slow on each timing, and the ball spilling to the opponent in one-on-one situations are not going to work well.
However, we need to gradually improve within that.
There were various thoughts when I played as a center-back today, and I also felt that there were many areas where I could do better.
We need to have thorough discussions within the team and improve our situation ourselves, and I believe we can manage it on our own.

(He mentioned that there is not just one reason for the defeat, but where do you think the cause lies?)
"I don't think the way we fought was a major issue. The team has been losing, and as humans, it's natural to feel down sometimes. Still, what's important is whether we can prepare properly from practice for the next match.
First of all, I think it will be important to approach practice with a positive mindset moving forward.

(I think the change in system in the second half gave us more momentum, but regarding the soccer in the second half)
I believe it was a formation aimed at scoring. In the first half, there were also some areas where our defense did not go well, and we played with the awareness of recovering the ball in high positions.
However, things didn't go as I had hoped, but we created more chances than in the first half, and I think the new players brought power to the team.

(About Bruno UVINI)
"We have only been training together for a few days, but I felt he is a player with very high potential and I think he is a smart player."
New players are coming in, and I believe the players on the field need to take more responsibility and fight for Tokyo.

《Takuya AOKI》
There was a long period where we fell behind.
I was thinking about focusing on where to fight and the second ball, and as a team, I wanted us to aim forward and fight.
However, I think we lost to the opponent in terms of ball contests today.

(In such situations, it is important to lead the team)
"It's not something that can be done just by explaining it quickly, so I believe it's necessary to align properly from practice."
I think we need to share our opinions and improve together.

(Towards the next)
"Since we are continuing to lose, it is important for each person to think about where we can improve and to discuss it more and more.
I think the team should not fall apart in that area.

《Tokyo - Summary of the Press Conference with Director Kenta HASEGAWA》
"We conceded the first goal from a set piece, and after that, we struggled to push forward in the first half."
I wanted to push forward more and create a situation where the forwards could be aggressive, but Kashima applied more pressure, and we couldn't get to the point of trying to win the ball in the first half.
Also, we ended up conceding a bit, and since we allowed the second goal, we tried to change our approach in the second half and be a bit more aggressive from the front, but we couldn't manage it.
We must regain the aggressive football of Tokyo; otherwise, we cannot overcome this difficult situation, so we want to come together as one and move forward.

(It felt like quite a harsh situation)
"Of course, we must take the five consecutive losses seriously.
I believe it is my responsibility that I am not guiding them in a good way while the players are struggling and doing their best.

《Kashima - Naoki SOMA Coach Press Conference Summary》
"First of all, I am truly grateful to all the supporters who gathered as we welcome Tokyo at home.
Although I had only won in the Levain Cup at home since becoming the manager, I believe this is our first victory in the league this season.
I am very happy to celebrate together.
In the match, Tokyo had a very tight defense and aimed for counterattacks, which I had envisioned based on various information. I believe that was the way the game started.
In that, we scored first, added more goals, and finally pulled away to finish 3-0. The players fought with great energy. I truly want to express my gratitude.
Of course, when it comes to points, one from a set piece.
I think there were times when they struggled a bit to attack, but they managed to score one from a set piece.
The time frame was similar to the previous match, but we were able to score an additional goal just before the end of the first half. In the second half, we maintained a 0-0 score, and finally managed to secure a decisive goal at the end. Considering all of this, I want to express my gratitude to the players for their focus from the beginning of today's game until the very end, giving their all in terms of energy.
Since we have another consecutive match in two days, I want to show that we are well-prepared to fight and can take a fighting stance.
However, we have players who are preparing not only the ones who played today but also the remaining players, so we want to be ready to fight on the pitch as we head to Nagoya.

(Evaluation of consecutive wins)
"The goal of achieving consecutive wins is something that the players have shared and embraced. We will challenge ourselves towards that goal.
Therefore, if we don't bring out that power, it will be the same as what we couldn't do until now. It's not about ending in a draw; rather, it's about winning this and creating a cycle of consecutive victories. In that sense, this will be an important game, and I talked to the players about challenging with energy.
I was watching from the side of the pitch, and I felt that very strongly, so I feel good about being able to shape that in the end.