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2017.7.23[Academy]

[U-18] 3rd day of China expedition

The Weifang Cup 2017 has started today.
The opponent of the first match is the previous champion Deportivo Brazil.
The kickoff took place in the harsh heat with a temperature of 35 degrees and humidity of 80%.

Tokyo, unable to grasp the rhythm and tempo unique to Brazil, concedes a goal in the first 30 minutes of the first half.
After that, with GK Isao TAKAHASHI at the center, they maintained a high level of concentration and did not allow any additional points, ending the first half.
However, early in the second half, we conceded 3 goals and then went on to concede 6 goals.
The attacking team was unable to score and ended up with a 0-6 result.


There were moments when the content was effective, but in the midst of this harsh environment, Tokyo made a few mistakes and Brazil's skill in seizing those opportunities shone through in the match.
 

In the afternoon, we moved to the stadium and watched the opening game of this tournament between the China U-19 national team and Wolfsburg.
The game ended in a 1-1 draw with a physically strong and high-level performance.
Both teams are from the same group, so the players were watching the game while imagining.

Night player meeting is held, followed by team meeting.
There was a discussion about the challenges that arose in today's match, as well as the importance of nutrition and sleep in fighting in this heat.

Tomorrow we have a match against the China U-19 national team.
If we lose, our hopes of advancing to the top group will be dashed.
I want to create the best condition and approach the game.