《Kiichi YAJIMA Player》
"I had been nervous since last night because I thought if I couldn't decide in this game, there would be no next chance. However, I had confidence that I could decide. It was a long game to endure, but I wanted to score a goal at some point, so I'm glad that could be realized."

(It was from Uchida's dribble in the goal scene)
"Before the match, Takahagi told us, 'We won the first match 1-0 and there is a feeling that 0-0 is enough because the lineup has changed. The young players need to be fired up. Please share that feeling more with us.' When I thought about how to convey that, I wanted to talk to players like Hara, Hirakawa, and Uchida who have played a lot in the U-23 team. We talked with the four of us about approaching today's match with the mindset of becoming a hero, rather than just trying to end it 0-0. I don't know if it got through, but I think Uchida's persistent dribble led to the goal, and I want to thank Takahagi for saying those words."

(Many players played tenaciously in the goal scene and led to a goal)
"I think we were able to score because the entire team had strong feelings for this game, and I feel like my shot was also putting the ball into the net with my emotions."

(It was a precise shot, but it seemed like I was very focused)
"I had plenty of time to take the shot. Unlike when I missed in the Kobe game, I had already imagined the shot before the ball came, so I was confident it would go in. It was a goal just like in practice, which we had been working on as a team. I am relieved and feel like I have finally become a part of the team, being able to contribute to advancing to the prime stage."

(Scored a goal in a few chances)
"We were in a situation where we were winning 1-0, so we could anticipate this kind of development. Ota told me to score at least one chance. I think we were able to play the way we wanted to."

"Takuya UCHIDA"
(Dribble breakthrough that led to a goal)
"When I was told by the coach that if I make a move, the chance will definitely come, I believed it and made a move without hesitation."

(A sense of heading towards the goal has been felt since the time of participation)
"I felt that my mission was to score a goal and connect it next while being pushed back and losing points, so I played with that in mind."

(Feelings for this match)
"I couldn't seize opportunities in important moments in both this season and last season. However, today I was able to get another chance and it was very good for both the team and myself to be able to achieve results."

(Regarding the successful dribble)
"As for Yajima's goal, if I could be greedy, I wanted to dribble past and take the shot myself. I want to continue practicing, but I want to honestly be happy that it led to a goal."

(There were many times when we were under attack in the final stages of the match)
"It was a long time to endure, but we kept running until the end with the feeling that it would lead to the next."

"Tokyo - Summary of Coach Kenta HASEGAWA's Press Conference"
"Today, we had a discussion about playing together with all the players who made the team, and we entered the game."
I was prepared for a difficult battle, but I think everyone had a common understanding and fought well until the end.
"I am able to advance to the prime stage, so I want to prepare well and fight again. There is also a league match in two days, so I also want to prepare well for that."

(The opponent had the ball for a long time)
"In a tournament with two games, we won the first game 1-0 at home. Today, we knew that if we didn't play tactically, C Osaka would have free reign. But everyone had a common understanding and fought for 90 minutes."

(It seems that Yajima gave a pep talk before the game, and it paid off)
"It was a goal right before I was about to be substituted. I think it was a big confidence boost for him to produce a result in the last play and for the team to score a goal that led us to the next round."

(Defensively, the team was in a withdrawn state while fighting tactically, but it was quite well organized. What were you paying attention to?)
"We talked about playing compactly. If we go to pressure from the front line, we tend to stretch out. Today, we entered the game with the understanding that it was very hot and we could connect the ball a little. It's difficult to play like that when we have to score, but in a game where we need to take away an away goal, we were prepared for extra time and fought. I think the players understood our intentions and fought well today."

"Summary of C Osaka Lotina Coach Press Conference"
"The first half was a development without rhythm. The opponent played a compact and defensive game, and although we had possession of the ball for a long time, we were unable to create many chances. In the second half, we were able to make adjustments during halftime and attack with more depth and speed, which allowed us to score one goal. At that point, I think we had a higher chance of winning."
However, the opponent took advantage of the few decisive chances and scored the winning goal that secured their victory.
As for us, not being able to score any points despite creating chances in the first game ended up being the deciding factor.
"However, I am satisfied with the overall performance."