The official practice started at 4:00 PM. The sky was clear blue from the morning, but the weather was a bit chilly. The players entered the stadium looking cheerful and very relaxed. Before the official practice, they warmed up and then entered the pitch.
▼▼MOVIE▼▼
The open practice included ball possession drills and passing exercises.
The practice was observed by Zico TD.
Kashima Antlers' official press conference began at 3:30 PM, before the official practice. Coach Oiwa and player Inukai attended.
Coach Go Oiwa
"We have analyzed the expected lineup, including the recent K League match members. Since this will change depending on the players who participate, it's crucial to convey the key points to the players before the match. I've also seen the pitch, and we want to be able to execute what we've prepared, taking all such factors into account."
▼MOVIE▼▼
Player Tomoya Inukai
"We want to get a solid three points away from home and play a game that puts us in an advantageous position for the rest of the qualifiers."
▼MOVIE▼▼
After the official practice, the team engaged with the media and fans.
