We recently won our first match of the AFC Champions League 2 against Toho, and as a team, we have returned to the J1 League with four consecutive wins in official matches. As was the case in the previous match against Urawa, Panasonic Stadium Suita has seen many matches this season in front of over 30,000 spectators, and we feel very encouraged by the cheers we receive not only from behind the home goal but from the entire stadium. In today's match against Yokohama F･Marinos, we hope to once again show our passionate fighting spirit, with the unity that only a home team can have.

Our last match against Urawa was a win, arguably our best game of the season. We defended and attacked as a team, and I think our transitions between offense and defense were excellent. Every match against Urawa is played in a special atmosphere, fueled by the passion of both sets of fans, so I feel that not only did we come away with a 1-0 win, but the match was worth more than just a win. In particular, based on recent matches, we were reminded as a team to keep the score at zero in the first half and not allow any careless set pieces at the start of the second half, which was another factor in securing the win.

I believe we must use the way we played against Urawa as a foundation for future matches. Going forward, we will face Yokohama F･Marinos, Albirex Niigata, Kashima Antlers, and Kashiwa Reysol, all of whom are in the running for survival or the championship, so we need to control the game and not let our opponents' momentum overwhelm us. That's why, once again, I want to enter this match with a clear reminder of what we need to do as a team and the tasks each of us has to perform. In particular, in countering Yokohama F･Marinos, we need to be careful of the loose balls sent forward by right-back Ren KATO. It will also be important to prevent Dean David, who will be enjoying himself after scoring a goal in the recent match against Avispa Fukuoka, from getting too excited.

I don't know how you all feel about our current ranking and points, but none of our players or staff have given up on getting into the race for the championship. We will be fighting with the sole aim of winning the match against Yokohama F･Marinos. Let's all create the excitement at Panasonic Stadium Suita that is born when not only our team, but also all the supporters and everyone who supports Gamba, come together as one, and lead us to victory! Thank you for your support.