January 20, 2026

Kashiwa Reysol VS PVF Academy Post Match Press Conference

Kashiwa Reysol head coach Noki Sakai described the match as
very difficult, noting that the high level of the Alkass International Cup was
expected. He said the team now needs to recover physically before shifting
focus to their next challenge against Barcelona. Sakai also highlighted the
strength of the group, which includes Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona,
stressing that competing against elite academies is a valuable opportunity for
player development and growth.

 
Meanwhile, PVF Academy head coach Nguyen Thanh praised his
team’s performance against a strong opponent, expressing satisfaction despite
the result. He emphasised that the tournament offers an important opportunity
for players to gain experience and compete at a high level. Thanh added that
being drawn alongside clubs such as Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain
highlights the quality of the competition, which he described as technically
impressive.

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