Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma is excited about the upcoming pre-season trip to Japan with his teammates. Despite missing a large portion of this season due to a back injury, Mitoma is set to be fit to play in the two friendly matches in Tokyo. He expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of live fans in Japan and hopes for a warm welcome from the supporters.
Mitoma sees this trip as a chance to introduce his teammates to his home country and is eager to participate in the matches after recovering from his injury. The team will face Kashima Antlers and Tokyo Verdy at the National Stadium in Tokyo on 24 July and 28 July, respectively. Club captain Lewis Dunk emphasized the importance of this trip for their pre-season preparations and highlighted the excitement of playing in such a prestigious stadium.
The players are looking forward to the experience of visiting Japan and are grateful for the support they have received from fans in the country. Mitoma’s impact on the team has helped grow their fanbase in Japan, and they are ready to put on a show for their supporters during the matches. The trip is seen as a valuable opportunity for team bonding and preparing for the upcoming season.