Japan national team fullback “first conversation” Nagatomo Yuto x Uchida Atsuto “Look at Me” Thoughts on the 5th World Cup[House Station](February 21, 2025)

FC Tokyo’s Nagatomo Yuto (38), who is celebrating his 18th year in his professional career this year, is a truly “iron man” who is still being selected for the Japan national soccer team. We had our first conversation with Uchida Atsuto (36), who was also the same fullback and fought around the world together. ■Why can you fight? 38-year-old Tetsujin Furious Nagatomo Yuto: “I thought the interview with Atsuto was special, I wanted to do it properly. I have pride. I’ve been fighting for “Nagatomo on the left” and “Uchida on the right.” “I have the same name.” Uchida Atsuto: “Of course.” Nagatomo Yuto: “I was compared to the right and left. I’ve experienced a lot of different things and have made solid things.” Both made their national team debut in 2008, and left and right. He is active as a fullback for the team. The European Champions League made the first Japanese showdown ever, competing on the top eight stages. The two have built an era of Japanese fullbacks. Meanwhile, it was 2014. Zack Japan, who was said to be the strongest in history at the time, took on the Brazil World Cup. Nagatomo and Uchida played in all the matches, but were eliminated from the group stage without winning one. Nagatomo Yuto: “The pain of the Brazilian World Cup is more impressive at times like that. It’s still quite deep. I’ve been quite broken by the Brazilian World Cup. Atsuto is the best of those members, not flattering, but the best. He played well. Quite calmly.” Uchida Atsuto: “Thank you.” Nagatomo Yuto: “I was really strong at the time, and I could play the same way everywhere. Atsuto is that kind of player. It must be a practice match. But it’s the World Cup, it doesn’t change. It’s like, ‘It’s the same soccer.’ I thought this was the strength. I really respected Atsuto at that time.” Uchida Atsuto: “Thank you. I’ll use it well. Sho, here (lol). The same generation is no longer here. Oka-chan (Okazaki Shinji) has retired, and Honda-san (Honda Keisuke) is also living freely.” Nagatomo Yuto: “It’s incredibly free.” I’m living in it.” Uchida Atsuto: “Are the three of the same grades going to get in touch?” Nagatomo Yuto: “Takeruru. Keisuke meets in the morning. Since there are no time in both of us, it seems like we’ll meet for just an hour from 8am. Starting in the morning It’s like, “How are you changing the world?” (laughs). My eyes are all glaring, both of them.” Uchida Atsuto: “That’s interesting.” Nagatomo Yuto: “In that relationship, both Oka and Keisuke both stimulate each other. “I’m happy to be able to match up.” Uchida Atsuto: “That’s nostalgic.” As each of them progresses on a new path, Nagatomo played the full game in the opening game of the J.League on the 15th of this month, contributing to the victory. He continues to run at the forefront of Japanese soccer. Uchida Atsuto: “Nagatomo, 18th year in professional life” Nagatomo Yuto: “That’s been going on.” Uchida Atsuto: “Soccer trends and tactics will change, and if the coach changes, the members will be used As the situation changes, it’s as if they’re going to stay forever.” Nagatomo Yuto: “Soccer has changed. The things that are required of a full-back are changing. But in the end, are they talking about “What is Nagatomo?”? I think Nagatomo is playing hard even as he gets older. I don’t want to lose sight of that.” Uchida Atsuto: “The fans who come to see Nagatomo and the good things about him and Nagatomo’s fans say, ‘That’s a little different.’ That’s certainly not the case.” Nagatomo Yuto: “That’s why I want to be sharp. There’s a tendency to become more and more like a veteran, and you have to think about the entire team and think about the team. What are you talking about? I wondered how sharp it is. I thought that because he’s a veteran, he’s pointy. Before he kept pointing, his juniors saw it, “That person is amazing,” “He’s doing it so stoically,” and “So strong, passionate.” I think that something like “You can do it with me” will resonate with my juniors.” Uchida Atsuto: “I wanted to meet Nagatomo when I was young. I’m so happy, the young players from FC Tokyo.” Nagatomo Yuto Player: “I see. It’s pointy, Atsuto. It’s pointy. So I think it’s pointy this year. It feels like I’m looking at Nagatomo when I was young, and I think Atsuto is probably going to be pointy while explaining.” Uchida Atsuto “Hahahaha (laughs) There are teenagers here.” Nagatomo Yuto: “How old is he? Nagatomo, isn’t he? I want to go that much.” ■ “The oldest” who supports Moriyasu Japan so far, he has scored 22 goals in six Asian final qualifying matches. Moriyasu Japan is leading the group with 5 wins and 1 draw. The eight consecutive World Cup appearances are just around the corner. Uchida Atsuto: “One more win until we’re competing in the World Cup.” Nagatomo Yuto: “If we win next, it’s up to the final qualifying round, right? Three matches will be the final qualifying round.” Uchida Atsuto: “It’s not often, isn’t it?” Nagatomo Yuto: ” Player: “It’s at a level where I don’t understand. I was struggling with all four tournaments. Final qualifying rounds.” Uchida Atsuto: “We were in a crisis, right? Our time.” Nagatomo Yuto: “It was a mess. A simple match was a bit overwhelming. It wasn’t there. But to be honest, I don’t feel like I’m losing. The current national team is Nagatomo Yuto’s fifth final qualifying round. However, he has not even been able to participate or even bench. What do you think about this situation? Nagatomo Yuto: “To be honest, I’m not worried or worried at all. People around me say they’re worried, and the media say things like, ‘What’s up with Nagatomo?'” Uchida Atsuto: “I’m frustrated or anxious” Nagatomo Yuto: ” I think so. I don’t know, but I’ve already been to the World Cup for the fifth time.” Uchida Atsuto: “Have you been to? Have you been to the next World Cup?” Nagatomo Yuto: “He’s been going and doing great things. When I said this on TV, I wondered, ‘What are you talking about?'” Uchida Atsuto: “No, that’s Nagatomo.” Nagatomo is already imagining his appearance on next year’s World Cup. There was a clear reason for that. Nagatomo Yuto: “I’m currently playing three back in the Asian final qualifying round. I’m calmly thinking there’s no need to put defensive players in place.” Uchida Atsuto: “That’s what’s so calm.” Nagatomo Yuto: “I’m so calm. Kaoru (Mitsuo) I think that’s the case with Kaoru and Doan (Doan Ritsu), and Junya (Ito Junya). They can have the ball and get the advantage, so they should go offensively and score a bunch of points.” Uchida Atsuto: “We can hold the ball and we’re against Asians. We have plenty of time to attack and we can show off our cool Japanese national team.” Japan was three back in the final Asian qualifiers. Because they spend more time on attacking inferior opponents, attacking players such as Mitomo and Doan have been used. Meanwhile, the 4 back is expected at the World Cup. In this case, there will be more time to defend against superior opponents, which is likely to increase the number of defensive players. Nagatomo Yuto: “There’s a possibility that Mbappe (France), who are extremely fast, or Vinicius (Brazil) will come to the wings.” Uchida Atsuto: “If the opponent has the ball, what will it be necessary?” Nagatomo Yuto: Player: “Defensive ability is important.” Uchida Atsuto: “You have strong interpersonal strength and experience, right?” Nagatomo Yuto: “At that time, you said, “It’s Nagatomo.” If it’s interpersonal, you’re one-on-one, then you think, “It’s Nagatomo.” I think it’s just a matter of making sure you have the right condition. The game is the World Cup, so I’m confident that I can carry it.” ■To the fifth World Cup, “Look at me.” There’s an episode unique to Nagatomo. . Nagatomo Yuto: “The time will definitely come when it will be required. He also told Moriyasu himself. (Coach Moriyasu) goes to each player outside the bench to speak up the night before. “I’m sorry.” That’s why I come to me every time.” Uchida Atsuto: “What does Nagatomo respond?” Nagatomo Yuto: “I’ll make you want to use it for sure.” He doesn’t make you think. That’s why I’m still not very good at it, and I know that. I can’t use it now. I clearly tell Moriyasu that.” His attitude has had a big impact on his teammates on the national team. Nagatomo Yuto: “I know I’ll be on the pitch of the World Cup so I’m calm and can support my juniors purely. Those who can’t make it are definitely depressed, and they’re desperate, so I’ll stay with the members. For that. “It’s okay. Look at me.” Uchida Atsuto: “That’s amazing.” Nagatomo Yuto: “Look at my practice first.” It doesn’t really affect me if you say it with just your mouth. That’s why you’re so excited. I’ll do interpersonals as well, and I’ll make a sound.” Uchida Atsuto: “The players who are in the starting lineup don’t push the team’s level up. It might be the image that Nagatomo is pushing the entire team from below. I’ve heard it now and feel like I’ve got a little bit of understanding why the Japanese national team is so strong, and why Nagatomo keeps getting invited so long. It’s a great interview. It’s an interview I want to post in my textbook.” Next June. His fifth World Cup will be held at the age of 39. If they compete, they will line up with legends such as Messi (Argentina) and Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal). Uchida Atsuto: “It’s the fifth time. World Cup.” Nagatomo Yuto: “I’m going for the fifth time. Seriously. When I take photos with the fans, I’m thinking of going for ‘5’. I’m going for 5 times.” Uchida Atsuto: “It’s the number 5” Nagatomo Yuto: “You’re called the number 5, but that’s true too.” Uchida Atsuto: “That’s a good number. Then there’s a lot…” Nagatomo Yuto: ” Then we had our fifth child. It’s triple 5.” Uchida Atsuto: “Why is Nagatomo so interesting? (lol)” *There is no narration in this video. note that.
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