In the previous match, Gamba was unable to break through Urawa's solid defense and suffered their first defeat in five league matches. Although they continue to struggle in the league, Suzuki has already switched his focus to the next battle, saying, "Instead of worrying about the results so far, I want to change my mindset and focus on how to play in the next nine matches."
"Conceding one goal is not bad at all. Just do what you can, step by step. Just keep doing that," said Ichimori, who is at the back of the team, talking about what Gamba needs right now.
The Urawa match also saw the team concede the fewest goals, but their defense, which boasts the second-lowest number of conceded goals in the league as of the end of the previous match, has not collapsed. However, it will be essential for the team to regain the flawless defense they showed when they were in good form. Head Coach Poyatos said, "It's the little details that make the difference between winning and losing," and in the Kyoto match, it will be important to pay more attention to the details on both offense and defense.

"It will be a difficult match, but we will fight as hard as we always do, with all our heart and soul," said Head Coach Poyatos. Kyoto, which ended in a draw at home, is in 15th place after the last match. However, since August, Kyoto has been on a three-game winning streak thanks to the addition of new players.
Of particular concern is the new ace, Elias Da Silva Bataglia Rafael(RAFAEL ELIAS). Elias has been on a roll, scoring seven goals in the last six league games, and was selected as the J1 League's August MVP. However, the front three, consisting of Hara, who has eight goals this season, and Oliveira lemos MARCO TULIO, who has six assists, could be said to be the most destructive trio in the current J1 league.

"The key is to prevent the foreign players and Hara, who are in good form at the moment, from getting too much freedom in the front line. There's no doubt they'll come in with momentum from the start," said Kurokawa, emphasizing the importance of the start, but Kyoto's intensity and quick switching speed remain unchanged. It will be essential for Gamba to show the same intensity they showed when they were in good form. DAWHAN is suspended due to accumulated yellow cards, but MITO, who played well against Urawa, is also eagerly waiting for his turn.

Kurokawa will be the key player in defense this week. Kyoto's Elias and Hara have scored goals in three consecutive games, but Tulio, who is expected to be matched up against him, has been assisting in three consecutive games. Shutting down Tulio will be the key to Gamba's victory, but "I want to hold him down for the team. The opponent's defense is also a weak point, so if I go on the attack with an advantage, I will erase the opponent's characteristics," he is full of motivation.
Gamba wants to avoid a chasing development, but Kyoto, who comes forward and has many games in which they have conceded multiple goals, should be able to find an opening to exploit. Usami, who did not hide his regret after the Urawa match, said, "I have reflected on my play and need to improve," but he will be more aggressive in approaching the Kyoto goal.
Against Kyoto, who has a different style from Urawa, who formed a block in their own half, the key point will be how accurate the attacking team's shots and crosses can be.

"In order to get back into the top ranks, we want to fight like we're at our best," (Kurokawa).
The match against Kyoto will be one in which they will try to regain their winning ways by using the style they have been building up this season.