《Takuji YONEMOTO Player》
(What are your thoughts on playing the full 90 minutes as a starter after a long time?)
"First of all, I'm relieved that I was able to finish the game without getting injured."

(Were there any concerns about physical condition?)
"There were concerns. However, the bench members were also well prepared, and I was planning to go as far as I could and substitute if my legs cramped."

(About today's play)
"I think it was good that I was able to cope with the difference in gear between J3 and J1, so I think that was good."

(After the match, I was being taunted by the supporters)
"Since I didn't score today, I want to do it when I do. However, I definitely didn't want to lose the game I played, and since we lost to Kashiwa in the league match, it was good to earn 3 points."

"Ryoichi MAEDA"
(Looking back at the goal scene)
"I think it's thanks to Yuto because he gave me a really good ball, and we even made eye contact before that."

(In the first half, it seemed like there was no place to settle the ball on the front line and it was a bit difficult, but how did player Taira MAEDA feel?)
"I thought there were some good moments, but in the first half, it felt like the opponent's pace was a bit dominant. I thought if we could endure that, we could bring the flow back to Tokyo."

(What instructions did you receive from the coach when you were substituted?)
"I was told to defend well from the front and score goals."

(It was the first goal of the season, but what about it?)
"I'm honestly happy, but right now I have a stronger desire to keep scoring goals."

"Summary of Yoshiyuki SHINODA's press conference"
"First of all, I would like to express my gratitude to the players and supporters for being able to win today's match. We had lost to Kashiwa in a home league match, so we came here today to repay that debt. As promised, I am really glad that we were able to win on away ground. In the first half, we struggled a lot under the opponent's pressure, but I believed that if we endured and held on, our time would surely come, and it turned out just as I expected. (Ryoichi) MAEDA scored a goal, which really boosted the team's morale, and Yonemoto played selflessly for the full 90 minutes, supported by the other 11 players who worked together to advance the game. Anyway, today's 3 points were fantastic. Of course, there are many points to reflect on, so we want to switch our mindset and prepare together for the next league match."

《Q&A》
Q=Did you plan to use player Maeda, who also played in the league match, from the middle of the game?
"I hadn't decided on the time, but I had always planned to include Ryoichi MAEDA."

Q=What impact did player Yonemoto's 90-minute play have on the team?
"I thought he could play for 90 minutes today. I also wanted to make him stand on the pitch for 90 minutes, even if it was a bit tough. Depending on his performance, the competition for the central midfield position will become really intense. It's not just Yonemoto, Maeda also scored a goal, and I think there are many elements that can contribute to the team's progress with today's victory."

"Summary of Kashiwa - Takahiro SHIMOTAIRA Coach's Press Conference"
"I am filled with a truly disappointing feeling after losing 0-1 and not being able to advance in the group. We approached the game with a fresh lineup from the first half, and this lineup does not mean it is the B team or the second team. I think they came out in a good condition, and it was because they were such members that I wanted to win and lead to the next game. We couldn't score easily, and we were defeated because we couldn't endure the pressure from behind. As I mentioned earlier, I truly believe it is a disappointing elimination."

《Q&A》
Q=The team has been performing well with 6 consecutive wins in the league, but unfortunately, they were unable to win in the Levain Cup and ended up being eliminated. What were the factors behind this result?
"Of course, we are doing it while changing the members, so there may be a slight difference in quality or finishing between the members who are playing in the league matches and the members of the Levain Cup. Also, the preparation period with the members of the Levain Cup is short, so I think there are also such aspects."