I woke up a little later than usual at 8 o'clock because today's match kicks off at 5 PM.
The players seem to have slept soundly for the first time in a while.

In the morning, some players relax in their rooms, some take walks, and some work on their core strength, each facing their own condition and preparing for the match.
 

And the opponent in the second match of the qualifying league is the U-19 China national team.
The match, which is crucial for advancing past the qualifying league if we do not win, has become a highly anticipated game as it will be broadcast live on-site.

In stark contrast to the extreme heat until yesterday (record-breaking heat in China for the first time in 140 years), the weather became comfortable with lower temperatures and humidity, including heavy rain before the match.

The match started with a goal from Riku Kobayashi, but just before the end of the first half, the score was equalized.
Still, it was from the pass of Riku Yachida, who entered the pitch at the start of the second half, that Asahi HAGA scored the goal to take the lead.
There were times when we were pushed back, but everyone maintained their focus until the end and achieved victory.
 

It was a battle in the away game, including the spectators and referees who visited the stands, but the voices of encouragement from the bench did not stop, and we seized victory through a total team effort.

The players who learned from yesterday's defeat and showed growth.
We will face Wolfsburg the day after tomorrow in our quest to advance in the league.