The new team presentation started at 4 PM. After an opening movie, President Koizumi announced the 2024 season slogan "Football Dream -Kakeru-", as well as business and team strengthening policies, and introduced new players.
After that, the team presentation began. First, Shibasaki, who was appointed as the new team captain and players' association chairman and decided to wear number 10 again, appeared.
Next, new players were introduced, with Kajikawa, who transferred from another domestic team, and Yamada, who returned from Okayama, making an appearance.
Furthermore, Parede was introduced as a new player from overseas.
With the addition of rookie Kono, the presentation of the 2024 new uniform was also held.
After the uniform presentation, new team staff members were introduced. First, GK Assistant Coach Suntae and 강화/Scouting Manager Yamamoto greeted everyone.
Next, Coach Nakago, who is returning to Antlers after 16 years, and Coach Milan, who joined with Manager Popovic, were introduced.
Finally, Manager Popovic appeared and spoke passionately and earnestly about his aspirations for this season.
Following this, a Q&A session with Manager Popovic was held for SÓCIO members. First, questions were taken from those in the venue, followed by a talk show where pre-submitted questions were answered. Despite being a rookie, Kono entertained the audience with his playful answers.
Finally, a commemorative photo was taken, and the new team presentation concluded with enthusiastic applause from the SÓCIO members.
After the event, a press conference was also held for media representatives. The 2024 season of Antlers has literally begun.
The entire new team presentation is currently available on our official YouTube channel. Anyone can watch it, so please take a look!
▼▼2024 Season New Team Presentation▼▼