On the 13th, Trial Shinzo Koroki retirement Trial, "URAWA REDS 2017 vs KASHIMA ANTLERS 2007-09," held at Saitama Stadium, Shinzo Koroki gave a speech in front of the fans, supporters, players, managers, and staff who had gathered at the stadium.

[Shinzo Koroki]
"It's cold (laughs).
First of all, Nishi Daigo. Thank you for your hard work during your active career.
Daigo, please come over here and say something."

[Nishi Daigo]
"I hadn't heard anything about it... (laughs). But thank you for giving me this opportunity in such a wonderful place. I played for both Kashima and Urawa, so playing in front of everyone... No, wait a minute (laughs). Thank you so much, I'm so happy!"

[Shinzo Koroki]
"Congratulations to Kashima Antlers on winning the J.League. Thank you very much to all Kashima Antlers players today.

(The following is Koroki English speech with Japanese interpretation)
Good evening everyone, and thank you for staying after this special Trial. This year, we participated in the FIFA Club World Cup. However, I believe that the result left many of the staff, supporters, and players here with extremely disappointing feelings.

I am confident that one day this team will be led to a glorious place. I have learned a lot from many players and coaches throughout my playing career. From here on, I will walk the path of a coach. To achieve this, I believe the most important thing is to communicate with the players. That is why I am studying English with the help of the National University Seminar. By doing so, I will be able to communicate directly with foreign players.

Please wait until I return as the manager of Urawa Reds. I promise you that I will work hard to make that happen. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for today and for all your support up until now. I'll see you again on this pitch as the manager. Thank you.

(The following is in Japanese)
Thank you very much. I have prepared a small gift for you. Please take a look.
(After this, a surprise movie will be shown on the Vision screen.)
thank you very much!"

[Urawa Reds Official Media (URD:OM)]