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Mori Yasuichi: Defeating Brazil is not easy. I’m afraid all our opponents will tighten their surveillance on us from now on.

1:55pm, 17 October 2025【Football】

In the Kirin Cup on October 16, Japan reversed Brazil 3-2. After the game, Japan coach Mori Yasuichi was interviewed.

Mori Yasuichi said: "The first half was a severe battle, but the players persisted in the fight without slackening. During the halftime break, everyone was also very active and calmly communicated how to adjust in the second half, and the coaching staff also conveyed clearer responsibilities. The team did not lose focus and was able to effectively adjust and engage in combat from the first half. This is closely related to reversing the game."

"We originally planned to actively invest in the opening stage and wait for the game. After stabilizing, I started to apply pressure from the front court and launched an attack by regaining the ball. However, perhaps my communication method was not good enough, which led to the initial failure to form effective pressure. The players felt the pressure from the Brazilian team, which may have given them the idea to stabilize first and then act. I think this is similar to the game against Germany in the 2022 World Cup, so it is necessary to support the players with words of encouragement by improving the overall experience value of the team so that they can be more confident on the ground. to the competition. "

"The team was united and fought tenaciously to the end. Whether it is the players, the coaching staff or the staff, they insist on the results while facing the reality. They will not stop their efforts to grow even if they do not develop completely according to their ideals. We will continue to maintain this attitude towards the game. "

"Beating against Brazil is not easy. The team members work hard to improve themselves in their respective clubs, actively and thoroughly complete their tasks in the national team, and show their dedication to the team and The attitude of fighting against Japan. It is precisely because of those predecessors who challenged for victory that we have achieved what we have today. But I’m afraid all our opponents will step up their surveillance on us from now on. We must continue to move forward with the confidence of defeating the world's strongest team Brazil and the vigilance of the future. "

"Thank you to the fans who dyed the stadium blue for creating a good cheering atmosphere. It is thanks to you that the players were able to fight until the end. Thank you all for your support. "