Starting today, the FC Tokyo U-15 Fukagawa and Musashino mixed team will participate in FOOTBALL FOR FRIENDSHIP 2016 IN MILANO (May 26 to 30), continuing from last year.
 

The first day is a flight of about 12 hours from Narita to Milan.
It was a long flight, but the players enjoyed their meals while relaxing on board.
After safely arriving at Milan Airport, we moved to the accommodation by bus. Surrounded by athletes from other countries participating in the tournament and the media at the hotel, the players naturally smiled and did not show any signs of fatigue.
A commemorative photo session and a lottery for the tournament matchups were held, and it has been decided that we will face teams from Kazakhstan, Turkey, and Serbia in the group league qualifiers.

After checking into the hotel, a meeting will be held in preparation for the tournament starting tomorrow.
Coach Kita shared three 'lessons' with the players.

The first is to learn to play as FC Tokyo, representing the Japan national team.
The second is to watch and learn from the Champions League Final Round.
The third is international exchange, learning about other cultures. To actually see, feel it firsthand, and actively engage in it.

Reconfirming the significance of this expedition with players and staff.
After that, have a proper dinner, and the first day is over.

Prepare for the qualifying league tomorrow.