Today, February 21 (Wed), we have received a strong message of support from the 11 municipalities in the Tama region (Tachikawa, Mitaka, Fuchu, Chofu, Machida, Koganei, Kodaira, Hino, Tama, Inagi, Nishi-Tokyo) that support the three J-League clubs (FC Tokyo, FC Machida Zelvia, Verdy) based in Tokyo. We are grateful for their continued support.

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Support Messages from 3 J1 League Clubs in Tokyo from Tama Region Local Governments (Chofu City HP)

Together with the 11 municipalities in the Tama region, we will strive to promote Japanese football from Tokyo and make people feel the value of having J.League clubs in Tokyo through activities such as hometown and community partnerships.

Under this declaration, we have confirmed the following among the three clubs and would like to inform you.

①3 clubs competing and elevating Tokyo through football
The 2024 season will see all 3 Tokyo clubs in the J1 category. We will deliver high-level and exciting matches to our fans and supporters, and use that energy to bring vitality to Tokyo and the Japanese football world.

② Three clubs working together to ensure a safe and secure stadium operation
Under the intense competition of the three clubs, each club will do their best in stadium operation to create a space where all fans and supporters can enjoy their day in a safe and secure environment.

To all fans and supporters of each club, please remember to respect each other both inside and outside the stadium, and support your club and region fairly and passionately. We ask for your continued cooperation and support so that more people can enjoy the games.

FC Tokyo
FC Machida Zelvia
Verdy
※Team order is in alphabetical order with each team listed first