From December 27 to 29, 2025, we held the "FC Tokyo Futsal Exchange Match" for 1st to 6th grade elementary school students enrolled in the FC Tokyo Futsal School!
This exchange match invites local soccer teams, futsal teams, and schools, with 8 teams each competing in futsal matches to vie for the championship.
The weather was favorable throughout the three days, and intense matches were played.
[1st and 2nd Graders]
With the December school topic being "shooting," the team worked together with the goals of scoring and winning matches.
Especially for the 1st graders, nervous expressions were seen, but they played boldly while being led by the reliable 2nd graders!
There were many splendid shots scored, including goals at the second post and volley shots learned at the school.
The sight of everyone sharing their joy after scoring a goal was also impressive♪
Active play was seen not only in attack but also in defense.
Many children played with the “never give up” attitude, one of the principles of the Aoaka Kids, and the hard work valued by the top team players. There were moments when they slid to protect the goal or made super saves as goalkeepers, which drew loud cheers from the stands!
Throughout the matches, we saw players expressing joy and frustration while playing until the very end!
[3rd and 4th Graders]
They were placed on the same teams as children who usually play at different schools, and many of the school students appeared nervous at first.
Even so, as they played while listening to the coach’s instructions, they warmed up to each other, and in the final match, there was coordinated team movement, including calling out from the bench.
During the break, as they shared lunch together, conversations naturally arose!
In the matches, players were seen playing without giving up until the end, trying to score as many goals as possible and also defending throughout.
After all the matches ended, an MVP was selected from each team and was awarded with a proud expression♪
This exchange match provided various experiences and became an opportunity to apply them in future school activities!
[5th and 6th Graders]
For the 6th graders, this was their last futsal exchange match, and they played with full concentration until the end, carrying the feelings of their teammates who could not participate.
The 5th graders also showcased passionate play, utilizing the skills they learned at the school!
5th and 6th graders increased their tactical movements in futsal, utilizing rotations and set plays.
During goal clearances, they aimed for PIVO passes and space attacks from the 1–2–1 system, creating moments that threatened the opponent’s goal.
The entire team cooperated, sharing joy when scoring goals and giving their all in defense.
After the tournament ended, we allgreetedthe parents who supported us and expressed our gratitude.
Thank youforparticipatingintheinter-school matches,students and teams!
