On September 2 (Wednesday), we will sell the official matchday program (=MDP) for the first match of the Yamazaki Nabisco Cup Semifinal Round against Kashima Antlers. Please be sure to purchase it before the match! 
 

□Cover
In the match against Gamba Osaka on 8/16 (Sunday), Takuji YONEMOTO, who scored his first goal of the season and supports the team on both offense and defense, will be featured on the cover.

□Player Interview
Returning to Tokyo this season, Kento HASHIMOTO made his J1 league debut and scored his first goal in Sec. 15 against Matsumoto Yamaga FC, showcasing remarkable growth! He shares his thoughts on this season and the team.

≪Here’s a brief introduction to the interview…≫
"I believe that opportunities will definitely come, so I push myself in practice and try to focus 100% on soccer in my daily life." "Right now, I’m only thinking about responding with my play when I get the chance to participate."…
Please enjoy the continuation on MDP!
 
□The Moment
This section introduces moments captured by official photographer Kenichi Arai, along with his thoughts at that time. This time, we captured the moment Sota HIRAYAMA entered the pitch for the first time in about a year during the match against Shimizu on 8/29 (Sat).
*Please see the magazine for the photos.
 
□REVIEW OF THE MATCH
In the Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company J1 League 2nd Stage Sec. 7 match against Gamba Osaka, Sec. 8 match against Nagoya, and Sec. 9 match against Shimizu, we will look back at these three matches along with player comments.
 
□Appearance! Blue-Red Caravan Team
A signature corner of MDP. We deliver the passionate voices of the fans and supporters gathered at the stadium!
 
□ Mini Interview
Mini interview with Takuji YONEMOTO, who achieved his 150th appearance in J1 during the match against Nagoya in Sec. 8 of the 2nd Stage! He talks about his current feelings.
 

□ Shiro Teramoto's Fun Italian Language Course
This is a section where interpreter Shirou Teramoto introduces Italian phrases related to soccer. This time, we will introduce Italian phrases that contribute to team cohesion.
* Publication will be irregular.
 
Specifications
□Price: 300 yen (tax included)
□Format/Number of pages: B5 variant / 24 pages
□Release date: September 2 (Wednesday)
□Sales location: Ajinomoto Stadium bookstore