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“We want to express our concept and fight for victory” Per-Mathias Hoegmo (regular press conference 2/21)
On the 21st, Per-Mathias Hoegmo held a press conference online, where he expressed his enthusiasm for the match against Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
(There are only two days left until the opening day, but how is the team that has built up so far responding?)
``I always wish I had more time, but I think I've made the most of the time I've had so far.The training camp in Okinawa was also very satisfying.Also, our game concept is constantly being reflected in our daily practices.'' I feel like we're making progress. I can't wait for the league to start."
(Why did you convert Ryoma Watanabe Watanabe to left back?)
``The left back player who played last year transferred this season, so we were looking at various options on the left side, and I think Ryoma has a lot of ability as a player. We are looking for offensive ability. He has speed and can play with high intensity, so I think he is the type of person who can score and assist while playing as a left-back. Ayumu Ohata I think he also has that ability, and I think Ugajin (Tomoya) can adapt to that as well.”
(How do you think about the balance between expressing yourself and competing against your opponent in official matches?)
“We want to play in our own style, but I think we also need to be flexible and adapt to the opponent every game.For example, we need to be flexible and adapt to the opponent. I think what kind of space we target will change.”
(From that perspective, how do you analyze the opponent called Hiroshima?)
``I went to watch the opening game at a new and wonderful stadium, and I think this team has been playing together for many years.It's a team that uses a pretty strong high press on defense and plays a lot of direct plays on attack. I think"
(You can answer this with a yes or no, but have you decided on the starting lineup in your head?)
"Jesus"
(When analyzing your opponent, what should you analyze most carefully?)
``When attacking, we want to exploit space, so we look at where space is created.When playing against a team that presses high, we need to figure out how to break away from that press and use space. For example, when we are able to do that, we look at where we can get the first shot and where we can get the second shot.Since it is the opening game and the game is being played at a new stadium, Hiroshima will have a very high intensity. I think it will bring out strong energy.”
(It seems that you have been conducting individual interviews with players since the training camp, but are there any players who think in an interesting way or have interesting personalities? What do you feel after having individual interviews?)
“I always get close to the players, always give them challenges, and talk about how to take the next step in their growth.I started individual interviews in Okinawa, and have already met them all. , the second lap started today. Today I talked with Taka (Takahiro Sekine), Matsuo (Yusuke), and Thiago (Santana). Each of them set technical, tactical, physical, and mental goals. I want them to move in a direction that matches our style of play, but I also want each player to have a strong sense of ownership and work towards their own growth. I think ownership means having a sense of ownership and acting proactively.I also think the players have really big ambitions.''
(Hiroki Sakai was chosen as captain. What was the reason for his nomination and how did it happen?)
“His personality, his experience and his influence on the group.”
(I hear from the players that the coach values learning every day. This may be Coach Mathias' philosophy and outlook on life as a coach, but why does he communicate this? What kind of feelings do he put into it? Are you telling me?)
``I'm 64 years old, but I'm still eager to learn.It's not just about soccer, but about life.Learning also includes getting to know each other, and if that increases... You can grow as a group.If everyone takes learning actions, I think innovation will occur within the club.In Norway, social innovation often occurs. I think this happens because everyone is responsible for their actions.As I mentioned earlier about Ryouma's left back position, if he acts responsibly, Things may happen that I didn't foresee, and I think that will help us grow as a team. If there's a situation where I have all the answers, that's a bad situation."
(What is the key point to win the opening game? What do you want the players to do on the pitch?)
“I think it will be a very intense and passionate game, and I think there will be a lot of situations where the players are on the ball.The players are preparing for it physically, tactically, and mentally. Of course we want to fight for victory, but I also think it's important to see how we can express our concept.Although it's an away game, we need to create a period where we can dominate. I would like to use this time as if it were Urawa Reds' soccer.I would like to make use of the strengths of the players.For example, the speed of the front line, and if there is a large space open, I would like to use the inside side. I'd like to see the half players use it, and I'd also like to see a lot of running from the full backs.I'd like to see a combination of direct plays aimed at the back and possession soccer that combines a firm grip on the ball. I am thinking"
(In the meeting room at Ohara Training Ground, which you said you were looking forward to at the end of the Okinawa training camp, are there any aspects of the hardware that reflect the director's commitment?)
“When I came back, the meeting room was already set up, so I was grateful to Mr. Nishino (Technical Director Tsutomu Nishino) for his quick action.We also call it the classroom, classroom, etc. .I think it's a place where I can learn every day.I've been talking about creating a solid ``Urawa Standard,'' and I think we've built a high-quality meeting room, and I think the pitch is also great.Various parts We want to make top quality our standard. And through the 38 games in the league, I would like to show that the ``Urawa Standard'' is steadily improving.''
(The word "study" came up, but what was impressive during practice was that Coach Morten Kalvenes and others would sometimes chant "Let's Study" when starting the menu. I think this is rare. Words are important.) I think you are a coach who is currently teaching in English, which is not your native language, and you are also going through the process of having an interpreter in between.Are there any concerns about that?
``When you have great interpreters like the ones we have at this club, those kinds of problems don't occur. Even Hanyu (Naoyuki), who is currently interpreting, is a good interpreter (lol). I also wondered what would happen before I came. However, there are very professional interpreters, and I think there is a very good flow."
(I'm curious about the starting lineup, but I'm also curious about what will happen to the bench members. What criteria do you use to select the members and imagine the replacement cards?)
“When I came to Japan, I was surprised to hear that only 18 people could be in the squad. When I went to Sweden, there were only 18 people who could be in the squad. I fought there and by the time I left, 20 Every club has a lot of high-quality players, but I think it would be a better situation for both the players and the club if there were substitutes in each position.I hope this will happen in the near future. We would like to, but 18 players means 7 players are on the bench and one of them is the goalkeeper, so we have to cover 10 positions with 6 players.Some teams can play in multiple positions. I think it was good to have these players.Also, if we have players on the bench with different characteristics from the starting lineup, we can change the flow at the end of the game.”
[Urawa Reds Official Media (URD:OM)]
(There are only two days left until the opening day, but how is the team that has built up so far responding?)
``I always wish I had more time, but I think I've made the most of the time I've had so far.The training camp in Okinawa was also very satisfying.Also, our game concept is constantly being reflected in our daily practices.'' I feel like we're making progress. I can't wait for the league to start."
(Why did you convert Ryoma Watanabe Watanabe to left back?)
``The left back player who played last year transferred this season, so we were looking at various options on the left side, and I think Ryoma has a lot of ability as a player. We are looking for offensive ability. He has speed and can play with high intensity, so I think he is the type of person who can score and assist while playing as a left-back. Ayumu Ohata I think he also has that ability, and I think Ugajin (Tomoya) can adapt to that as well.”
(How do you think about the balance between expressing yourself and competing against your opponent in official matches?)
“We want to play in our own style, but I think we also need to be flexible and adapt to the opponent every game.For example, we need to be flexible and adapt to the opponent. I think what kind of space we target will change.”
(From that perspective, how do you analyze the opponent called Hiroshima?)
``I went to watch the opening game at a new and wonderful stadium, and I think this team has been playing together for many years.It's a team that uses a pretty strong high press on defense and plays a lot of direct plays on attack. I think"
(You can answer this with a yes or no, but have you decided on the starting lineup in your head?)
"Jesus"
(When analyzing your opponent, what should you analyze most carefully?)
``When attacking, we want to exploit space, so we look at where space is created.When playing against a team that presses high, we need to figure out how to break away from that press and use space. For example, when we are able to do that, we look at where we can get the first shot and where we can get the second shot.Since it is the opening game and the game is being played at a new stadium, Hiroshima will have a very high intensity. I think it will bring out strong energy.”
(It seems that you have been conducting individual interviews with players since the training camp, but are there any players who think in an interesting way or have interesting personalities? What do you feel after having individual interviews?)
“I always get close to the players, always give them challenges, and talk about how to take the next step in their growth.I started individual interviews in Okinawa, and have already met them all. , the second lap started today. Today I talked with Taka (Takahiro Sekine), Matsuo (Yusuke), and Thiago (Santana). Each of them set technical, tactical, physical, and mental goals. I want them to move in a direction that matches our style of play, but I also want each player to have a strong sense of ownership and work towards their own growth. I think ownership means having a sense of ownership and acting proactively.I also think the players have really big ambitions.''
(Hiroki Sakai was chosen as captain. What was the reason for his nomination and how did it happen?)
“His personality, his experience and his influence on the group.”
(I hear from the players that the coach values learning every day. This may be Coach Mathias' philosophy and outlook on life as a coach, but why does he communicate this? What kind of feelings do he put into it? Are you telling me?)
``I'm 64 years old, but I'm still eager to learn.It's not just about soccer, but about life.Learning also includes getting to know each other, and if that increases... You can grow as a group.If everyone takes learning actions, I think innovation will occur within the club.In Norway, social innovation often occurs. I think this happens because everyone is responsible for their actions.As I mentioned earlier about Ryouma's left back position, if he acts responsibly, Things may happen that I didn't foresee, and I think that will help us grow as a team. If there's a situation where I have all the answers, that's a bad situation."
(What is the key point to win the opening game? What do you want the players to do on the pitch?)
“I think it will be a very intense and passionate game, and I think there will be a lot of situations where the players are on the ball.The players are preparing for it physically, tactically, and mentally. Of course we want to fight for victory, but I also think it's important to see how we can express our concept.Although it's an away game, we need to create a period where we can dominate. I would like to use this time as if it were Urawa Reds' soccer.I would like to make use of the strengths of the players.For example, the speed of the front line, and if there is a large space open, I would like to use the inside side. I'd like to see the half players use it, and I'd also like to see a lot of running from the full backs.I'd like to see a combination of direct plays aimed at the back and possession soccer that combines a firm grip on the ball. I am thinking"
(In the meeting room at Ohara Training Ground, which you said you were looking forward to at the end of the Okinawa training camp, are there any aspects of the hardware that reflect the director's commitment?)
“When I came back, the meeting room was already set up, so I was grateful to Mr. Nishino (Technical Director Tsutomu Nishino) for his quick action.We also call it the classroom, classroom, etc. .I think it's a place where I can learn every day.I've been talking about creating a solid ``Urawa Standard,'' and I think we've built a high-quality meeting room, and I think the pitch is also great.Various parts We want to make top quality our standard. And through the 38 games in the league, I would like to show that the ``Urawa Standard'' is steadily improving.''
(The word "study" came up, but what was impressive during practice was that Coach Morten Kalvenes and others would sometimes chant "Let's Study" when starting the menu. I think this is rare. Words are important.) I think you are a coach who is currently teaching in English, which is not your native language, and you are also going through the process of having an interpreter in between.Are there any concerns about that?
``When you have great interpreters like the ones we have at this club, those kinds of problems don't occur. Even Hanyu (Naoyuki), who is currently interpreting, is a good interpreter (lol). I also wondered what would happen before I came. However, there are very professional interpreters, and I think there is a very good flow."
(I'm curious about the starting lineup, but I'm also curious about what will happen to the bench members. What criteria do you use to select the members and imagine the replacement cards?)
“When I came to Japan, I was surprised to hear that only 18 people could be in the squad. When I went to Sweden, there were only 18 people who could be in the squad. I fought there and by the time I left, 20 Every club has a lot of high-quality players, but I think it would be a better situation for both the players and the club if there were substitutes in each position.I hope this will happen in the near future. We would like to, but 18 players means 7 players are on the bench and one of them is the goalkeeper, so we have to cover 10 positions with 6 players.Some teams can play in multiple positions. I think it was good to have these players.Also, if we have players on the bench with different characteristics from the starting lineup, we can change the flow at the end of the game.”
[Urawa Reds Official Media (URD:OM)]
