Yuto NAGATOMO
(The Japan national team returned home from the away match against Oman on the 16th, and it was a match just three days later, but regarding his own condition and play)
"As long as I am playing in the match, I cannot use my condition as an excuse. Not being able to win is everything.
I am really frustrated that we couldn't win in front of many fans and supporters at home, and I feel disappointed that I couldn't contribute to the victory.

(Although they were shaken in the first half and couldn't create opportunities, it felt like they didn't do well)
"The reason was that the pressing from the front was not coordinated, and we couldn't defend with good spacing. Also, we weren't able to switch quickly after losing the ball, so I think if we can't do those things, we will end up being pushed back."

(In a situation where there is no championship, ACL qualification, or relegation, how do you want to compete as a professional?)
"As for where the motivation lies, I think each player is being tested in the part where they love this team, want to win with this team, and feel proud of it."
Everyone, including myself, must have a strong motivation to win with this team. Even after losing 0-8, they welcomed us with applause, and many people supported us until the end today. Many children came today, and we must deliver our gratitude and dreams to them. We must not forget our motivation towards that.

(What Director Morishita has prepared)
"I personally went to the national team and joined for just one day to prepare for today's match. I couldn't do much more than confirm the minimum things in meetings and practice, but it's difficult to embody everything in such a short period of time.
I believe the reason for our defeat today was that we couldn't establish how to press from the front and how to work together as a team to win the ball back from the opponent.
I think it is being tested how strong a feeling we can fight with in the midst of difficult motivation.

(What kind of walls is Tokyo facing)
"It's not just the team; first and foremost, I am not contributing to the victory myself.
As an experienced veteran, I feel responsible for not being able to bring the team together, and I need to do much more.

《Shuto ABE》
(In today's match, the things that didn't go well)
"I entered the match with a high motivation, but we didn't start well, were pushed back, and made noticeable mistakes, which sometimes created a bad atmosphere among the players.
Mistakes happen in football. I felt that the problem was not being able to switch back from them.

(In the first half, it seemed like we couldn't determine where to take the ball)
I think that's correct. Even though we were applying pressure, it didn't work well, and the ball was spread to the sides, or there were gaps between the midfield and the back line, which made it difficult to slide properly.
There were many scenes where we were not pushed from behind, so we need to communicate and discuss who will go out, otherwise we won't be able to create opportunities and the situation will unfold.
I believe that without communication and players being considerate, the team won't function properly.

(In the last 2 matches, what do you think is being asked of you?)
"From the last match's 0-8 to today's 0-2. Neither as an individual nor as a team have we been able to grow.
Since there are only two matches left, we need to secure points and focus on the results as we move forward.

(In the second half, after player Nagai entered the game, the ball started to move, which also led to player Abe winning a penalty kick. However, to increase such moments, it is necessary to do certain things)
"There were many situations where we kicked the ball forward and left it to the two players in the front, or kicked the ball even in situations where we could connect it.
We need to take better care of the ball, control the game at our own pace, and while aiming for the space behind, if we don't make incisive passes, the opponent won't be scared or break down.
If each person takes a better position and we don't fight in a coordinated way, it will make the match difficult.

(I think there were scenes in the past where Brazilian players managed to do something)
"In today's match, it felt like we were just kicking the ball around, relying too much on the foreign players.
I think there was an intention to drop the ball into the space and run into it.
It felt like I wanted them to just kick it around casually today. If the intentions of the passer and receiver don't align, it won't go well. The flow ends up being kicking the ball and having it taken away by the opponent.

《Tokyo - Summary of the Press Conference with Director Shinichi MORISHITA》
"In the form of 0-2, we were unable to win duels against Tokushima's pressure from the first half, and we lost control of the game."
We couldn't quite achieve what we had prepared for in a short period of time. However, in the second half, we made some substitutions and managed to regain some momentum, but I think the players struggled to move their bodies.
There are two more matches, and they will be difficult situations, but I believe we can only prepare the players who can fight.

(What preparations were made, and why couldn't they be executed?)
"First, we organized our defense, applied pressure from the front line, aimed to win the ball in good positions, and launch quick attacks, but we couldn't solidify our front line defense and ended up being pulled back gradually.
The overall amount of movement was also low. We couldn't compactly execute what we aimed for.

(Overall, it seemed heavy at the back and unable to apply pressure)
"At the start of the second half, we substituted the two forwards, and when the defensive intensity increased, we were able to intercept and launch an attack in a good shape, which led to earning a penalty kick.
I believe that is the true form of Tokyo, so I hope to make some player changes and somehow bring back the previous performance.

(Reflections and improvements for the next two matches)
"First of all, we have to win the duels. I believe that making the ball ours is the starting point, so I want to select players who can fight well, run well, and switch well. I think this period is really tough, so I want to choose such players."

《Tokushima - Daniel POYATOS Coach Press Conference Summary》
"First of all, I am truly grateful that many fans and supporters from Tokushima Prefecture have come to support us.
First of all, I would like to express my gratitude.
It really helped the team. I also want to thank everyone who supported us through DAZN.
I think we played a good match overall, and we were able to control the game while keeping possession of the ball against a wonderful opponent like Tokyo.
The difficult situation continues as we aim to stay in the league, but I want to keep fighting like we did today.

(In defense, like [4-4-2], like [4-5-1]. How should it be interpreted?)
"Rather than a system, what is important is how to defend the space.
We have discussed and prepared to defend while considering that space and the characteristics of the opponent.
I think we were able to recognize ourselves as a team and had good defense.

(Please send a message for the last 2 matches)
"I believe that if we can fight together with the fans and supporters, we can become one power and fight. I want to continue fighting together."