We have renewed the contract with Coach Rikizo MATSUHASHI and have agreed that he will continue to lead the top team in the Meiji Yasuda J1 Century Vision League. We hereby announce this as follows.

[Coach Rikizo MATSUHASHI Profile]

□Date of Birth: August 22, 1968

□Birthplace: Chiba Prefecture

□Coaching History
2002-2003 Jatco Soccer Club Assistant Coach
2004-2005 Yokohama F.Marinos Junior Youth U-13 Coach
2006-2007 Yokohama F.Marinos Youth Coach
2008 Yokohama F.Marinos Top Team Coach
2009-2013 Yokohama F.Marinos Youth Manager
2014 Yokohama F.Marinos Youth Coach
2015-2016 Yokohama F.Marinos Youth Manager
2017 Yokohama F.Marinos Top Team Head Coach
2018-2020 Yokohama F.Marinos Top Team Coach
2021 Albirex Niigata Top Team Coach
2022-2024 Albirex Niigata Top Team Manager
2025- FC Tokyo Top Team Manager


□2025 Season Results (As of December 4, 2025)
2025 Meiji Yasuda J1 League 13 Wins, 10 Draws, 14 Losses
2025 J.League YBC Levain Cup Advanced to 3rd Round of 1st Round
Emperor's Cup JFA 105th All Japan Soccer Championship Tournament Advanced to Semifinal Round


□Coach Matsuhashi's Comment
"I have been given the opportunity to continue leading the team in the 2026 season. I am deeply grateful and truly honored to have the chance to lead this club.
In the 2025 season, even when faced with difficult situations, our fans and supporters never turned their backs; rather, they supported the team with even greater passion and dedication. The presence of everyone who walks alongside the team without change at any time has propelled the players, staff, and myself forward. There is only one match left this season. For the final game, we will unite as a team to secure a victory at our home stadium, Ajinomoto Stadium, and ensure that everyone leaves the stadium with a smile.
And for the 2026 season, I will face it with determination and responsibility to meet the club’s expectations and everyone’s hopes. I would like to once again express my deep gratitude to all those who continue to support the club. With those feelings in my heart, I will continue to strive daily without ever becoming complacent.
I will embrace the understanding, courage, and determination of everyone at the club who entrusted me and move forward, so I would be grateful if the fans and supporters could walk forward together with us.