Head Coach Poyatos: "I think they played a very good game. It was a difficult match against a very good team, but I think they did a good job. I wanted to control the game a little more in the first half, but it ended up being a very open game. However, they scored a very important opening goal, and I think they were able to withstand the high intensity of their opponents after that. I think we were able to score the second goal when we were able to keep hold of the ball and control the game in the second half. I think they probably had the Vissel Kobe result in mind, so I think their mentality might have dropped a little from that point, and that's when we scored the third goal. I think they played a very good game, and I'm very happy." r class="r"/>

Q: "We scored three goals, but I think everyone was working together defensively. What do you think about that?"
Head Coach Poyatos: "I think it's very positive. The defensive line really took the ball back many times, and at the same time, I think they showed the ability to persevere in front of strong opponents. I think they showed the ability to persevere against Hiroshima on the defensive side as well. I'm very happy."

Q: You finished this season in 4th place. How do you feel about that ranking? And how do you think the season went overall?
Head Coach Poyatos: "Yes, I think this year has really proven that. I think it was good that we didn't lose to the same teams, and we were able to make good points in difficult away games, so we were able to get through the season in a very good way. However, after that we had a string of draws, but I think that the competitive spirit that allowed us to overcome those challenges together was also a source of growth, and although we weren't able to win the EMPEROR'S CUP, I think that the players have grown, including from all of those experiences. Looking ahead to next year, we have built a solid foundation, so we have become a team that can always aim to compete for the top spots. I think that team composition and other factors will be important, and I want to carry that momentum into next year."