- Day 7 -
Day 7 has arrived.
This will be an important day towards advancing to the first round.
Headed to the dining hall from the morning and had breakfast, then headed straight to the game venue.
We will face the game with the aim of advancing to the first league!
[Match 1]
vs Olympique Marseille
1-1 at halftime
[Scorer] Yuha TSUMURAYA
Second Half 1-1
[Scorer] Harushiro MATSUSHITA
Total 2-2
【First Half】
We took advantage of yesterday's reflection and focused from the start to get into the game.
He actively goes to steal the opponent's ball in defense, and if we continue the game at our pace, we can connect passes up to the goal in 5 minutes. In the end, Yuha TSUMURAYA dribbles to the opposite side and scores a goal. We take the lead.
However, just 8 minutes later, they were broken down on the right side and conceded a long shot. After that, both teams were unable to convert their chances and the first half ended.
【Second Half】
The game gradually became more difficult as the opponent pushed us back, resulting in longer periods of play in our own half. Despite our persistent defense, we were unable to connect passes after winning the ball, leading to a tough period of play. In the 9th minute, we lost possession in our own half and conceded a goal from a long-range shot. Both goals were scored from long-range shots.
After that, there were still difficult times, but in the 15th minute, Harushiro MATSUSHITA stole the ball from the opponent's CB, dribbled it all the way to the goal and took a shot, scoring a goal!
The press that we have been continuing since the first half has paid off, and we have caught up to the tie!
Despite continued pressure, the GK and the rest of the team managed to hold on and the game ended in a tie.
[Match 2]
vs Paris Saint-Germain FC
First Half 0-0
Second Half 1-0
Total 1-0
【First Half】
The opponent took control of the ball from the beginning, but the DF line stayed focused and did not allow them to attack as they pleased.
We also connect the ball finely without fear of the opponent's pressure and approach to the goal, but we cannot take advantage of the chance as we cannot reach the shot.
The first half ended without either side being able to take advantage of their chances.
【Second Half】
The opponent continues to dominate possession for a long time, just like in the first half. We will defend diligently, focusing on the two strikers, and gradually put pressure on the opponent.
In the midst of that, we create chances by inviting the opponent's mistakes, but we also see passive plays such as choosing to lose the ball with a pass instead of a shot, and we are unable to expand our chances easily.
As the back-and-forth battle continued, in the 19th minute, Yainai Teruaki scored a goal with a header after getting a chance from a corner kick. The game ended with this dramatic victory.
The preliminary round resulted in third place, but due to the results of other groups, we were able to advance to the top league through a wild card slot.
The second round is divided into four groups with three teams each, and only the top team from each group can advance to the final tournament.
The match schedule has been determined to start at 20:30 for the first game of the second round based on the results of the combination.
The players fought with all their might in two matches, and although they were quite exhausted, they raised their gear and tension even higher to face the game in order to reach the "Next Stage"!
[Match 3]
vs Stade Rennais
First Half 0-0
Second Half 1-1
[Scorer] Harushiro MATSUSHITA
Total 1-1
【First Half】
We were able to play with high motivation from the beginning, and showed a passionate performance!
We were able to create several chances by fighting hard on the ball and making plays towards the goal, but we couldn't quite finish them off.
The opponent had many players with speed and technique in the front line, and there were several occasions where they were able to break through the center with passes or dribble down the sides, creating dangerous situations.
【Second Half】
The game has turned into a situation where the opponent has possession of the ball, but as they start to show signs of fatigue, our pressing has become effective and their mistakes have become more noticeable.
In the 8th minute, Harushiro MATSUSHITA received a pass from the opponent's GK in the midfield, quickly turned forward and forcefully passed two opponents, and calmly shot the ball into the goal.
After persistently trying various opportunities, we were finally able to score.
13 minutes, the side is broken and in a pinch, a shot is taken, but GK Rengo Kurita makes a great save and defends. However, the opponent scores from the loose ball from the corner kick immediately after. Once again, it is a goal conceded from a set piece, and it is a very regrettable goal as good defense was done.
After that, both teams began to show signs of fatigue, and the game became more open.
Both teams had several chances in front of the goal, but were either blocked by the opponent's GK's great save or saved by the opponent's FW slipping.
Both teams had a chance to score, but the game ended without any goals.
It ended in a 1-1 draw.
It was a tough schedule to play three games in one day, but through the previous games, we have been able to compete evenly with overseas teams and we can see the growth of our players.
The remaining period will be a key point in whether the team can prepare to win as much as possible, and whether individuals can toughen up and become stronger.
There is a second round, second game tomorrow.
In order to advance to the semifinal round, we must win this battle. We aim to reach an even higher stage from here and fight on equal terms. We want to approach the match with solid preparation!
Thank you for your continued support!
