The away game against Machida in the previous section was an ideal match. A quick opening goal, an additional goal just before halftime, and a decisive goal in second-half injury time. They completely dominated Machida, keeping a clean sheet for the third consecutive match.
After the match, manager Oniki said, "First of all, I would like to thank the supporters who created a home-like atmosphere even though it was an away game," expressing his gratitude to the Antlers family who rushed to MUFG Stadium. Indeed, the loud cheers that echoed through MUFG Stadium that night overwhelmed the home supporters. The presence of the supporters who created an atmosphere equal to, or even greater than, that of their home stadium, Mercari Stadium, despite being an away game, was invaluable.
Three days after the complete victory at MUFG Stadium, Chiba will now be welcomed to our home, Mercari Stadium. Although both are "Original 10" teams, they will face each other in the "J1" stage for the first time in 17 years since October 2009. Tomorrow, let's once again unite as the Antlers family and face the challenge sincerely.
