The mayor of Sanyo-Onoda City gave a speech at the opening ceremony.
Players Machida and Abe participated again this year. Some elementary school students remembered them, so they quickly warmed up to each other.
Player Oki, who was participating for the first time, also ran around with the elementary school students.
During the demonstration, Player Machida showcased his play, giving the students an idea of kicking. In 1-on-1 and 2-on-1 situations, the elementary school students were surprised by Player Machida's long-reach defense.
In the game, 25 players played against 25 players across the entire pitch. Player Abe's boasted speed left the elementary school students behind.
Finally, a demonstration in front of the goal. From Player Oki's free kick, Player Machida scored a brilliant header, exciting the venue.
Player Oki showed excellent saves in a penalty shootout against the elementary school students.
After the soccer clinic, there was a photo session and an autograph session.
The line for autographs became very long.
At the closing ceremony, Player Machida said, "I don't know if you'll be opponents or teammates (in terms of age), but there's a possibility you'll play against us, so keep up the good work!" He then high-fived the students as he left the venue.
