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Maciej Skorza 's inaugural press conference
On the 6th, at the Saitama Stadium ballroom, a press conference was held to announce the new system for the 2023 season, as well as an inaugural interview for manager Maciej Skorza.
The press conference announcing the new team has been held online for the past two years due to the corona crisis, but it was the first time in three years that the media gathered and was broadcast live on Urawa Reds official YouTube channel.
After a greeting from Yoichi Tachibana, representative of the first part, and an explanation of uniforms, practice wear partners, and new uniforms, the second part of the inaugural interview was attended by Director Maciej, General Manager of Football Headquarters Hisashi Tsuchida. Lecter and Tsutomu Nishino, Technical Director attended.
[Representative Yoichi Tachibana]
"Everyone, Happy New Year. Today, despite the busy New Year, we would like to thank all the media for coming, and to the many fans and supporters watching on YouTube, for your support of Urawa Reds. The training of the top team has started today after the new year of 2023. As I will introduce later, it is the start with the new manager Maciej (Skorja).
As usual, we will start with the announcement of the new uniform. Regarding the 1st and 2nd uniforms shown here, I would like to once again express my gratitude to all of our partner companies for their truly reassuring support even in the midst of the corona crisis. thank you very much.
And above all, last season, admission restrictions were eased little by little, and many fans and supporters came to Saitama Stadium and were able to play matches. We would like to invite many fans and supporters to the J. We look forward to your continued support in the 2023 season.
We would like to make the 2023 season a practice wear that meets the high expectations of the companies that have supported us over the years. Of course, there is the J League, but the ACL (AFC Champions League), which has already decided to advance to the final, will be held on May 6th at Saitama Stadium. I couldn't be happier. It will be a big goal for us to become the Asian champions for the third time here.
On a personal note, as I announced in the press release on December 20, I will be stepping down as president at the end of this month. In that sense, as we enter the J.League season in 2023, we, the management team, will be working together with our fans and supporters with a renewed sense of purpose toward our big goals. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the fans and supporters who have really helped me, as well as all of these partner companies and people in my hometown. It is thanks to all of you that Urawa Reds have been able to fight as Urawa Reds even in the difficult business environment of the coronavirus over the past four years. We would like to thank you once again and ask for your continued support. There are many menus to come, so I will end my remarks. Thank you very much"
[Atsushi Tokari Football Headquarters General Manager]
“Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to gather here today. Today, we have a new coach, Maciej (Skorja), and we have started training today. I would like to introduce the players today, but I am really happy that these players and the existing players were able to gather and start training.
Urawa Reds' 2023 season will be a year of a new growth strategy for the J-League starting this year. To make the J.League 60 clubs shine, and to create top clubs and top teams that can shine in the world. These two are the goals of the J.League's major growth strategy. We, Urawa Reds Red Diamonds, want to make it a year where we can take on the J.
Urawa Reds' goals include the J-League and the ACL (AFC Champions League). Winning every match and aiming for the title in every competition is the motto and of course the goal of the team and the players. On top of that, as a club of Urawa Reds, we would like to fight with the goal of acquiring the right to participate in the ACL after 2023 and always fighting for the championship. increase.
Last but not least, I would like to make this season the best season together with all the fans and supporters who support Urawa Reds, as well as everyone in the community, our partners, and everyone else. Let's fight together by all means. Thank you"
[Hisashi Tsuchida Sports Director (SD)]
“Happy New Year. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to attend the inaugural press conference for Maciej Skorza.
First, I would like to briefly introduce Director Skorja. Skorza has a long career as a coach mainly in Poland, playing aggressive football in the Polish league and winning many titles. Urawa Reds Maciej decided that it is time to move on to the next step in building a team style based on the concept and creating a team that can produce results.
What we expect from Coach Maciej is that, based on his wonderful personality and career, he will allow each player to demonstrate their individual abilities to the maximum, and as a team, they will be collective and aggressive, take the initiative, and score goals to win. I would like you to develop aggressive soccer aiming for.
This season, together with Coach Maciej, we will fight together as a club. Thank you very much"
[Director Maciej Skorza]
“Hello, my name is Maciej Skorza. It is my first time working in Japan and I am very honored to work for this club.
It's a huge challenge for us to play for such a big club in such a demanding league. I am also happy to be able to work in a country with such a beautiful culture.
Urawa Reds is a big club, but they have great fans and supporters. I think Saitama city is also wonderful. I think we are very much expected, but we will fight with ambitious goals. I think there will be a tough fight waiting to achieve that, but I think this club has the power to do so. To that end, the club will work as one and do our best to create a strong team. I hope that I can help build such a competitive team.
As a manager, player, or member of Urawa Reds, it is your duty to set big goals. And that, for us, is the word winning. I think it will be very difficult and tough, but I would like to proceed step by step.
First of all, we would like to prepare for the match against F.C.Tokyo by playing 6 practice matches during the 6 weeks of the preseason. So what we have to do now is prepare as best as we can.
Today, we practiced for the first time this season, and I think the feeling was very good. I think the road to our success has now begun.”
[Question-and-answer session]
(I would like to ask Mr. Maciej. Fans and supporters are expecting to win the J1 League title, but what do you think Urawa Reds need to do to win the J1 League title this season? are you there?)
Directed by Maciej Skorza
“First of all, it is necessary to build a strong team. I need it, and I want to instill my ideas and philosophies in this team.
As Tsuchida SD said, I'm a director who wants to dominate the game with an aggressive style. Of course, it will be tough for the players, but I hope that the team will develop in the initial preparations and be able to take on the challenge. Of course, in a long season, there will be good times and bad times, but that is also football. I think the important thing is to create a team that can show a strong mental state in the locker room. Without it, you cannot reach your goals.
Today, I also talked to the players about the importance of team spirit. I would like to create an atmosphere that allows us to approach the match with the goal of winning one game at a time. I want that kind of hungry spirit."
(I would like to ask the manager Maciej and the staff of the football headquarters. Earlier, the manager talked about ``to be a strong team'', but what does a strong team and a good player mean to the manager? Football At the headquarters, the director also mentioned the formation part, but as the three-year plan phase ends and we move on to the next phase, we have thoughts on how to reinforce the team going forward, and what we are doing at the moment. I would like to hear about the progress of the organization.)
Directed by Maciej Skorza
“I think it’s a very interesting question. Even at my former club, in my philosophy, I have some rules. First, you have to control the game. You need to have a positive attitude and be brave.One of the things I want to change at Urawa Reds is to increase the amount of high pressing.If you lose the ball, get it back as soon as possible, preferably against the opponent. Of course, there are many elements in order to do this, and if you expand on this theme, you can talk as much as you want, but first of all, let's talk about it before everyone else. I don't want to tell my opponent's coach, so I won't spread it any further.I think the mental and physical aspects are very important.Without this part, the philosophy and I don't think the tactics will permeate."
Tsuchida SD
In 2020, myself and Nishino (Tsutomu Nishino, Technical Director) will set up a three-year plan for this position, and three years from now, a team that will produce results while expressing the concept. I was able to talk in front of everyone to make it.
From the results, there was a reality that the penetration of the concept did not progress. As for the results, it is the 3rd season, and last season, when we got the results, we were 9th in the league, and I am really sorry. On the other hand, we made it to the finals in the ACL, and I think we were able to prepare a stage to compete in the finals this season.
We value the concept, and based on it, we set up a team style and created a team. From now on, I would like to continue this and create a more aggressive and attractive team from now on.
Regarding the player's contract status, let me answer that this will continue as long as the window is open.
(I ask Maciej about his personality and character?)
Directed by Maciej Skorza
"It's a difficult question to describe yourself. All I can say is what my friends say about me.
They say, 'Private and locker room are polar opposites'. He's a tough coach in the locker room, but he says he's very friendly in his private life. I think this is normal for directors in this world. And I think my personality and character are my strong points.”
(I would like to ask Mr. Maciej. There are various ways to control the game, but what does it mean to control and control the game in the director's eyes?)
Directed by Maciej Skorza
"I think it's important to maintain the structure of the team, the structure part. It is necessary to have a situation where each player can play while knowing what each player has to do at any time and in any situation. And firmly. I think it's important to anticipate and react even faster.I think it's important to switch between when you lose the ball and when you regain it. ”
[Urawa Reds Official Media (URD:OM)]
The press conference announcing the new team has been held online for the past two years due to the corona crisis, but it was the first time in three years that the media gathered and was broadcast live on Urawa Reds official YouTube channel.
After a greeting from Yoichi Tachibana, representative of the first part, and an explanation of uniforms, practice wear partners, and new uniforms, the second part of the inaugural interview was attended by Director Maciej, General Manager of Football Headquarters Hisashi Tsuchida. Lecter and Tsutomu Nishino, Technical Director attended.
[Representative Yoichi Tachibana]
"Everyone, Happy New Year. Today, despite the busy New Year, we would like to thank all the media for coming, and to the many fans and supporters watching on YouTube, for your support of Urawa Reds. The training of the top team has started today after the new year of 2023. As I will introduce later, it is the start with the new manager Maciej (Skorja).
As usual, we will start with the announcement of the new uniform. Regarding the 1st and 2nd uniforms shown here, I would like to once again express my gratitude to all of our partner companies for their truly reassuring support even in the midst of the corona crisis. thank you very much.
And above all, last season, admission restrictions were eased little by little, and many fans and supporters came to Saitama Stadium and were able to play matches. We would like to invite many fans and supporters to the J. We look forward to your continued support in the 2023 season.
We would like to make the 2023 season a practice wear that meets the high expectations of the companies that have supported us over the years. Of course, there is the J League, but the ACL (AFC Champions League), which has already decided to advance to the final, will be held on May 6th at Saitama Stadium. I couldn't be happier. It will be a big goal for us to become the Asian champions for the third time here.
On a personal note, as I announced in the press release on December 20, I will be stepping down as president at the end of this month. In that sense, as we enter the J.League season in 2023, we, the management team, will be working together with our fans and supporters with a renewed sense of purpose toward our big goals. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the fans and supporters who have really helped me, as well as all of these partner companies and people in my hometown. It is thanks to all of you that Urawa Reds have been able to fight as Urawa Reds even in the difficult business environment of the coronavirus over the past four years. We would like to thank you once again and ask for your continued support. There are many menus to come, so I will end my remarks. Thank you very much"
[Atsushi Tokari Football Headquarters General Manager]
“Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to gather here today. Today, we have a new coach, Maciej (Skorja), and we have started training today. I would like to introduce the players today, but I am really happy that these players and the existing players were able to gather and start training.
Urawa Reds' 2023 season will be a year of a new growth strategy for the J-League starting this year. To make the J.League 60 clubs shine, and to create top clubs and top teams that can shine in the world. These two are the goals of the J.League's major growth strategy. We, Urawa Reds Red Diamonds, want to make it a year where we can take on the J.
Urawa Reds' goals include the J-League and the ACL (AFC Champions League). Winning every match and aiming for the title in every competition is the motto and of course the goal of the team and the players. On top of that, as a club of Urawa Reds, we would like to fight with the goal of acquiring the right to participate in the ACL after 2023 and always fighting for the championship. increase.
Last but not least, I would like to make this season the best season together with all the fans and supporters who support Urawa Reds, as well as everyone in the community, our partners, and everyone else. Let's fight together by all means. Thank you"
[Hisashi Tsuchida Sports Director (SD)]
“Happy New Year. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to attend the inaugural press conference for Maciej Skorza.
First, I would like to briefly introduce Director Skorja. Skorza has a long career as a coach mainly in Poland, playing aggressive football in the Polish league and winning many titles. Urawa Reds Maciej decided that it is time to move on to the next step in building a team style based on the concept and creating a team that can produce results.
What we expect from Coach Maciej is that, based on his wonderful personality and career, he will allow each player to demonstrate their individual abilities to the maximum, and as a team, they will be collective and aggressive, take the initiative, and score goals to win. I would like you to develop aggressive soccer aiming for.
This season, together with Coach Maciej, we will fight together as a club. Thank you very much"
[Director Maciej Skorza]
“Hello, my name is Maciej Skorza. It is my first time working in Japan and I am very honored to work for this club.
It's a huge challenge for us to play for such a big club in such a demanding league. I am also happy to be able to work in a country with such a beautiful culture.
Urawa Reds is a big club, but they have great fans and supporters. I think Saitama city is also wonderful. I think we are very much expected, but we will fight with ambitious goals. I think there will be a tough fight waiting to achieve that, but I think this club has the power to do so. To that end, the club will work as one and do our best to create a strong team. I hope that I can help build such a competitive team.
As a manager, player, or member of Urawa Reds, it is your duty to set big goals. And that, for us, is the word winning. I think it will be very difficult and tough, but I would like to proceed step by step.
First of all, we would like to prepare for the match against F.C.Tokyo by playing 6 practice matches during the 6 weeks of the preseason. So what we have to do now is prepare as best as we can.
Today, we practiced for the first time this season, and I think the feeling was very good. I think the road to our success has now begun.”
[Question-and-answer session]
(I would like to ask Mr. Maciej. Fans and supporters are expecting to win the J1 League title, but what do you think Urawa Reds need to do to win the J1 League title this season? are you there?)
Directed by Maciej Skorza
“First of all, it is necessary to build a strong team. I need it, and I want to instill my ideas and philosophies in this team.
As Tsuchida SD said, I'm a director who wants to dominate the game with an aggressive style. Of course, it will be tough for the players, but I hope that the team will develop in the initial preparations and be able to take on the challenge. Of course, in a long season, there will be good times and bad times, but that is also football. I think the important thing is to create a team that can show a strong mental state in the locker room. Without it, you cannot reach your goals.
Today, I also talked to the players about the importance of team spirit. I would like to create an atmosphere that allows us to approach the match with the goal of winning one game at a time. I want that kind of hungry spirit."
(I would like to ask the manager Maciej and the staff of the football headquarters. Earlier, the manager talked about ``to be a strong team'', but what does a strong team and a good player mean to the manager? Football At the headquarters, the director also mentioned the formation part, but as the three-year plan phase ends and we move on to the next phase, we have thoughts on how to reinforce the team going forward, and what we are doing at the moment. I would like to hear about the progress of the organization.)
Directed by Maciej Skorza
“I think it’s a very interesting question. Even at my former club, in my philosophy, I have some rules. First, you have to control the game. You need to have a positive attitude and be brave.One of the things I want to change at Urawa Reds is to increase the amount of high pressing.If you lose the ball, get it back as soon as possible, preferably against the opponent. Of course, there are many elements in order to do this, and if you expand on this theme, you can talk as much as you want, but first of all, let's talk about it before everyone else. I don't want to tell my opponent's coach, so I won't spread it any further.I think the mental and physical aspects are very important.Without this part, the philosophy and I don't think the tactics will permeate."
Tsuchida SD
In 2020, myself and Nishino (Tsutomu Nishino, Technical Director) will set up a three-year plan for this position, and three years from now, a team that will produce results while expressing the concept. I was able to talk in front of everyone to make it.
From the results, there was a reality that the penetration of the concept did not progress. As for the results, it is the 3rd season, and last season, when we got the results, we were 9th in the league, and I am really sorry. On the other hand, we made it to the finals in the ACL, and I think we were able to prepare a stage to compete in the finals this season.
We value the concept, and based on it, we set up a team style and created a team. From now on, I would like to continue this and create a more aggressive and attractive team from now on.
Regarding the player's contract status, let me answer that this will continue as long as the window is open.
(I ask Maciej about his personality and character?)
Directed by Maciej Skorza
"It's a difficult question to describe yourself. All I can say is what my friends say about me.
They say, 'Private and locker room are polar opposites'. He's a tough coach in the locker room, but he says he's very friendly in his private life. I think this is normal for directors in this world. And I think my personality and character are my strong points.”
(I would like to ask Mr. Maciej. There are various ways to control the game, but what does it mean to control and control the game in the director's eyes?)
Directed by Maciej Skorza
"I think it's important to maintain the structure of the team, the structure part. It is necessary to have a situation where each player can play while knowing what each player has to do at any time and in any situation. And firmly. I think it's important to anticipate and react even faster.I think it's important to switch between when you lose the ball and when you regain it. ”
[Urawa Reds Official Media (URD:OM)]
