"Hirotaka MITA"
(Looking back at the goal scene)
"In that situation, I passed the ball vertically to Adailton, but it was called a foul. However, the ball had stopped properly, so I quickly resumed play and the opponent's movement had also stopped. It was good that I was able to leave it behind and score a goal."

(I think there was an emphasis on attack)
"Today's game was a match where I personally had a lot of motivation."
The day before, I spoke with Coach Hasegawa and he told me that he wanted me to be more involved in the attack, so I wanted to meet his expectations. I'm glad that I was able to produce results and achieve victory today."

(It was a game where the goodness was highlighted today)
"Among the emerging young players, I told myself that I need to step up and lead more, and I went into the game with that mindset."
I think my strength is that I can touch the ball in the middle, in the front, and in the back.
"I haven't been able to show that kind of play since coming back to Tokyo, so it wasn't a typical play up until now, but I was able to play naturally."

(Thoughts on my former team Sendai)
"A club where I was greatly indebted to, and spent two successful seasons."
I think we were able to play interesting football during the Sendai era, and I am truly grateful for the club that holds a special place in my heart."

Akihiro HAYASHI
(Reflecting on what I felt throughout the game and the scene of the big save in the second half)
"Today, I often hesitated on the pass route when kicking during the game. There were limited places to create time as a team."
Sendai didn't allow us to play the game the way we wanted, which left a strong impression.
Regarding the opponent's shooting scene in the second half, I went for the catch but realized that no one was around. As I couldn't catch it properly, I looked around again and chose to pass the ball to the side of the goal, also meaning to waste some time.
The moment of the shot, I didn't have the ball in my field of vision, so it was a matter of reacting once it came out, but I was conscious of not making a big action in order to synchronize the timing. Lately, I have been playing with the consciousness of not making preparatory movements and not widening my stance. There are also things that I can't understand without watching the footage, but I was playing while paying attention to those points."

(The coach said that he was focused on the details that he couldn't do in the Oita match. How did the team and the goalkeeper perceive that point?)
"Details mean that no matter what the content is, we have to produce results, that's how I interpret it."
To do that, it is necessary to be able to defend well even if the team is not doing well, and even if the defense does not function well. The way we use the time is important, as was the case with the Kobe match. I had the feeling that if we could have devised a better way to use the time, we could have escaped. The same goes for the Oita match. I think it's about paying attention to the details and how the team plays after turning the game around to 2-1.
"In that sense, today we were able to come together as a team and do what it takes to win."

(Is the part called "details" something that changes with awareness? There should be difficult parts in terms of physical and mental fatigue in the midst of consecutive battles)
"In consecutive battles, there may be times when we cannot go to where we should be able to go as our usual selves. Young players may also participate instead of the usual members."
There are certainly situations where coordination becomes more difficult, and it's not just a matter of being in sync. However, that doesn't mean we can't win without it.
I think that being able to win with any team is about paying attention to details.
"We will have to play in various situations such as the opponent's situation, our own condition, and the members at that time, but I think we need to show our strength in any situation in order to catch up with Kawasaki."

(Recently, there have been times when there are players in front of the goal but we end up conceding. Regarding today's team defense)
"There were many situations where we were being tossed around, but in the end, the whole team put their bodies on the line and defended."
The defense line in particular held up well. It's better not to have this kind of game situation, but we have a strong defense team, so if we can score one point, we can pull off a victory. Sometimes we have to play like that.

"Tokyo - Summary of Coach Kenta HASEGAWA's Press Conference"
"We talked about focusing on the details and fighting in today's match. The players were able to express their intensity and attention to detail in both offense and defense, which they couldn't do in the previous Oita match, and they fought with all their hearts until the very end. The challenge for the next match is to score additional points. We want to switch gears and continue to do our best as we have a match against C Osaka in two days."

(A wonderful final goal. It showed the high quality of our training, but what kind of mindset)
are we conveying? "Let's focus on winning." Today, Mita played with all his heart. He has been working hard recently, but I feel like he hasn't fully unleashed his potential yet. I talked to Mita a little bit and asked him to approach today's game with a strong determination. I think that led to today's winning goal.

(I felt the defensive pressure, but especially the duo of Mita and Uchida did not let the opponent's midfielders do their job)
"In the previous match, our defense was quite loose, so we had a meeting regarding the details such as closing the gap by half a step and positioning. We don't have much time to practice the attacking part, but if we don't score additional points when we have the chance, we will face consequences."
The big point is that we were able to score the opening goal today. I think it's thanks to Mita and Uchida for their high-intensity play."

(Ryo NAGAI made a defensive impact coming off the bench)
"Although we were under pressure, the defense did not have any major issues, so instead of dropping back too much, Nagai chased after the long balls three times and four times, making a solid contribution for the team."

"Press Conference Summary of Sendai Takashi KIYAMA, Manager"
"It was a game where we wanted to stop the losing streak somehow, but it was really painful to concede a goal in the early stages of the match."
After that, we tried to attack more actively using the sides, and although we created several chances, the truth is that we wanted to penetrate a little more.
"Even in the second half, the opponent defended well, and while we were aiming for the second goal from there, I think we also made attacking moves, but we couldn't score."

(Regarding the adoption of a 3-back formation from the beginning)
"Considering what we did in the actual 3-day preparation period, I don't think the system itself was that bad. There is a need to delve into the finer details, but I don't think it was bad at all."

(Which side had the bigger aim)
"I always have the desire to attack, but when considering the current situation of the team, I first think about not conceding goals and made the choice of playing with a back three."