Last week's home match against Machida was a hard-fought game where we managed to secure a crucial "two points." In the first half, we struggled against Machida's aggressive style but somehow managed to hold on, with Leo Ceara scoring the opening goal in the 50th minute. Although Machida equalized and the 90 minutes ended in a 1-1 draw, we won the penalty shootout 4-2, thanks to Hayakawa's fine save.
After the match, manager Oniki immediately expressed his gratitude to the fans and supporters who fought alongside the team, saying, "I am truly grateful to the supporters for creating such a wonderful atmosphere. Although we couldn't get three points, I believe it was because of their support that the players were able to show their determination to achieve that." As the manager said, the entire stadium rallied behind the players throughout the 90 minutes and the penalty shootout.
Amidst a packed Golden Week schedule, tomorrow's match will once again be here at Melsta, against Mito. This is an opponent we suffered a frustrating penalty shootout loss against away. Tickets are already sold out. What the Antlers family wants is simply a victory in 90 minutes.
Let's dye the sacred ground Antlers Red and fight together once again.
