Head Coach Poyatos: "First of all, a lot of things can happen in this EMPEROR'S CUP, and Miyazaki played a great game, but I think the best thing about it was that Gamba was able to win. In terms of the flow of the game, I think it was a situation where Gamba had to end the game in the first half. We couldn't score any additional points and went into the break with a score of 1-0. In the second half, rather than us struggling, I think Miyazaki's equalizing goal created a good atmosphere in the stadium. In that situation, we tried to change the flow by making substitutions, so we used our substitution card, and we were able to score an additional point and close out the game. I'm really happy that we were able to win this game and move on to the next step in this tournament."

Q: "Today, we brought on Usami in the second half and he helped us score an additional point. What is your assessment of Usami?"
Head Coach Poyatos: "(Usami) Takashi is the team captain, so he is an important player for me and for the team. However, in terms of JEBALI's evaluation, he fought while blocking the center back well, which allowed Takashi to move under JEBALI, and I think that actually led to the goal. Regarding Takashi, I always comment when asked about him, but I really think he is one of the best players in J1, and although he is in good form now, I would like to support him so that he can improve even more, and at least I am very happy with Takashi's play."

Q: "Now that you've qualified to the round of 16, how do you feel about that? It may be a little early, but it seems like you're a little closer to winning the league double since the treble in 2014. How do you feel about that?"
Head Coach Poyatos: "Well, first of all, I feel that we have advanced to the best 16, but first of all, the next match against Tosu is right in front of us, so I want to prepare well for that first. As for the EMPEROR'S CUP, I think the opponent will be decided in a few days, so I want to fight while carefully analyzing the opponent. Handa will be away again for the Olympics, so I want to take that into consideration and prepare well again. As for the second double crown, as you said earlier, there is still time, and in the EMPEROR'S CUP, we have only advanced to the best 16, and there are still many games left in the league, and when you look at the results of the EMPEROR'S CUP at other venues, many things happen, so I want to move forward in the tournament, and I want to fight carefully and move up in each game. As for the league, we are currently at the top, but I want to hang on to the top. I don't want to get carried away with this situation, I want to keep my head hot and my feet firmly on the ground. "

Q: "Please tell us your enthusiasm for the match against Tosu and how you plan to fight."
Head Coach Poyatos: "First of all, can we just enjoy this victory (laughs)? I want to enjoy this victory thoroughly before preparing for the next match against Tosu, but the only thing I can say here right now is that we need to make some adjustments to our pressing in the match against Tosu. But before that, I want to enjoy the match thoroughly."

Q: What is your impression of Miyazaki? Were there any plays or situations where you felt he was a threat?
Head Coach Poyatos: "We really analyzed this match against Miyazaki as much as we did the previous match against Marinos. Jubilo lost in the EMPEROR'S CUP the other day, and they were using high pressure today, but we prepared how to get through that high pressure. Also, in terms of individual performances, I thought that No. 11 Hashimoto played really well. Our two center backs also had problems, and they actually conceded a goal. I think Hashimoto's play was good in that respect. I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely hope that Miyazaki will go in a great direction in the league."