Head Coach Myojin: "As this was a tournament, we really wanted to advance to the next round, and I'm very disappointed that we lost. I think the team's performance was particularly poor in the first half. We lost possession far too often the moment we had it, and that, along with other factors, meant we spent a lot of time defending. However, even with that kind of play, we managed to go into halftime tied at 1-1. In the second half, we were able to create some good opportunities, including the time we had possession of the ball, but to win a match, you can't concede five goals, including the time spent in the game. We need to thoroughly analyze that and reflect on it."

Q&"How do you evaluate scoring four goals? Also, you put Abe at right back, but I think Iketani was also an option. Could you explain your reasoning behind that decision?"
Head Coach Myojin: "I'm pleased with the team for scoring four goals. After all, scoring is a sport. I put Shuto Abe on the right because Shinya Nakano was cramping up a bit towards the end, and we were in a situation where we just had to go for the win. So I wanted a player who could be more offensive, and although it was a position he hadn't played much before, I thought that Shuto Abe's tactical understanding would allow him to do it, so I put him at right back. Of course, I also considered Iketani, but I decided on Abe because he can be more effective offensively."

Q: "The first half was a struggle, but it seemed like you turned things around in the second half. What instructions did you give at halftime?"
Head Coach Myojin: "I think we didn't play well in the first half. Kashiwa Reysol is a team that likes to keep possession of the ball as much as possible, so there were many instances where we would immediately pass the ball back to them the moment we won it, or lose possession again. As a result, we were able to waste more time and energy on defense, and I think we ended up being pushed back. In the second half, we changed the players' positioning a little. I think that, including those changes, made the second half different from the first."

Q: You played for Kashiwa Reysol as a player. Now, as a Head Coach, you've returned to Hitachi Stadium and are in charge from the away team's bench. What are your thoughts and feelings about Hitachi Stadium?
Head Coach Myojin: "I was personally very happy to be able to return to this place as a Head Coach, and I have a lot of fond memories of it. However, the benches were on the other side when I was here, so there were some differences, including that, but I got the impression that the atmosphere of the town hasn't changed."