Takumi Minamino’s unusual response: “Okay, I’ll talk.” No interview planned → “4 minutes and 30 seconds” that he started himself

As the Japanese national team begins its run in Nashville, USA, Takumi Minamino joins the team as a support member. He returned to the national pitch for the first time in about seven months and brought great vitality to the team led by coach Hajime Moriyasu. At the training session, which was held in front of about 5,000 spectators, he ran at the front with Yuto Nagatomo and others, instantly brightening the mood of the entire team. Minamino was unable to make the World Cup squad despite overcoming a serious injury such as a torn anterior cruciate ligament. However, this time, he is accompanying the players in the role of “mentor” and supporting the players. After practice, he gave an unscheduled interview and said, “I’m happy to be in this group,” and “Everything is for the team,” showing his strong feelings and determination for the Japan national team. This video provides an easy-to-understand explanation of the meaning of Takumi Minamino’s return, its impact on the team, and the new sense of unity the Japanese national team has in preparation for the World Cup.Takumi Minamino’s unusual role as a support member returning to the national team for the first time in about seven monthsWelcome ceremony in NashvilleBeing a “spiritual pillar” that will change the teamNew unity for Moriyasu Japan