3 min of overtime. Kyoto still not giving up, a spirited attack, but Tokyo is crowding the box. Tokyo victory is imminent, but Thumbs up to Kyoto! Congratulations, FC TOKYO! Emperor's Cup Winners, promotion to J1 and a spot in 2012 AFC CL.
can someone tells me the award given? cuz I see 6 trophies. I also spotted Yuya Kubo of Kyoto with a trophy... UPDATE: Did Konno injured his right shoulder?
It was a great game of Japanese football. Sanga a bit tired from the heroic semifinal, and FC Tokyo with more quality, especially in three men: Lucas, Konno and Gonda. Give one of them to Kyoto, and it could have been a tie. Sanga also playing with a MF (Ando) and a SB (Morishita) as CBs, Alair injured and Akimoto suspended: could not put up with Lucas' speed, experience and class. With that said, no doubts that FCT was better today and deserved the win. Still a great ride for Sanga, and likely a bright future for Yuya Kubo. Today as well he scored and changed the tide of the game. Imagine what he could do in a club that can provide him the training he needs and deserves...!
I think I saw that... as I was running to chase Lucas for the photo. Which I got, by the way! It was an incredible match; not only did I fulfill a dream by shooting my team, but we won! It's still not quite real to me yet... Both teams made a lot of stupid mistakes, but after a grueling season that's par for the course. Kyoto put the fear of hell in us a couple of times and if they keep up their form I would definitely consider them a strong candidate for promotion this year. They have absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. Honestly, appearing in the ACL is just a bonus after today. I don't have high expectations unless we make 2-3 blockbuster signings (not just good, but BLOCKBUSTER), but it will be a fantastic experience for the team and supporters.
Just because his name was brought up, I met Lucas after the round of 16 match in Mito, and just wanted to say that he is a class act and very gracious. I'm glad that he's staying in Japan and that he's helping bring Tokyo this kind of success.
Sorry for the late reply. http://ja.justin.tv/kazanlie/b/304199522 http://pl.justin.tv/kazanlie/b/304206869
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