Head Coach JENS WISSING : "Looking back on the match, it was quite difficult to get into a rhythm. We created chances from the first half, but when the opponent was sent off, we were one man up and had many opportunities to attack and aim for the goal. We were also one man down, but we wanted to win in the 90 minutes, and I think we put in a performance worthy of winning. However, I also want to give credit to the team for ultimately winning the penalty shootout and getting two points."

Q: The Osaka Derby was held in a fantastic atmosphere and ended in a dramatic penalty shootout. How do you honestly feel about this victory and how it unfolded in your debut match as a Head Coach ?
Head Coach JENS WISSING : "It's a great feeling. I would have liked to have won in 90 minutes. However, with the new rules, we can still get two points even if we win on penalties, so we aimed to win until the end, and we have been aiming to win by playing our own style of football up until today. Next time, I would like to show even more of our own style of football, create more chances, and work hard to decide the game in 90 minutes."

Q: "I believe you were preparing for a penalty shootout, and three fresh players were brought on in the second half. Did you consult with Coach Endo about the selection of players? What was the intention behind the selection?"
Head Coach JENS WISSING said, "As you all know, Coach Endo has a lot of experience. I've left it to him."

Q: When I looked at the starting lineup, I was surprised to see that Handa was on the bench and Minamino was in the starting lineup. Was this selection based on the ACL2, or was it made with the match against Cerezo Osaka in mind? If it was against Cerezo, what was the aim?
Head Coach JENS WISSING said, "This is my decision, based solely on today's match. I'm focused on the match in front of me, so I made this selection with today's match in mind. We have many good players, and the competition is increasing. I've been watching the field for three or four weeks, and I chose players who can compete today."

Q: "In the middle of the second half, you brought in JEBALI and Humet, whether in a 4-1-4-1 or 4-2-3-1 formation, and it seemed like you became more offensive. What was your aim in doing that?"
Head Coach JENS WISSING said, "The reason we wanted to play more players up front was because the opponent was one man short, so by bringing in a bigger player, we were able to increase the number of crosses, create chances, and try to score. We were also one man short midway through the game, so we made another change."

Q: "It was a derby in front of over 40,000 spectators, but you seemed to be calmly leading the team. What kind of mindset did you have going into the match?"
Head Coach JENS WISSING said, "The reason we were able to look calm is because we had prepared thoroughly for this match. We didn't go into this match with any concerns. That's why I think it looked that way. It was the opening game, a derby, and we sent our players onto the pitch with the sole focus on winning."

Q: "After today's match, what is your vision for how you would like to lead the team in the future?"
Head Coach JENS WISSING : "The game just finished, so I want to first take a good look back at today's match and think about what we should do next. We only won in the penalty shootout, and we only got two points, so I think we're one point short. In order to get points, we need to apply pressure from the front and capitalize on our chances. That's what I want to do."

Q: The Osaka Derby is a popular match in the J.LEAGUE , but what was your honest impression of the atmosphere at the derby?
Head Coach JENS WISSING said, "It was a truly fantastic atmosphere. There were so many supporters packed into the back of the goal, it reminded me of when I was a player. Even after the game, there were so many flags waving. I think our supporters are the best, and I want to do even better next time."

Q: You said you wanted to bring on JEBALI and Humet and score goals from crosses, but at the end of the first half, the opposition retreated to 10 men and it seemed like there were fewer effective attacks. What strategies did you have in place to score goals?
Head Coach JENS WISSING : "Every moment was a matter of chance, so to be honest, it was a bit hectic. But I think Humet created one or two chances. Rather than communicating something from the outside, I think the players on the pitch were making solid decisions based on what was happening. Everyone was united in their desire to win, and I think we saw that happen."