Japanese national team midfielder Sano Kaishu (24, Mainz), who was arrested on suspicion of unconsensual sexual intercourse in July last year and was left without indictment, held a press conference in Chiba City on the 28th to apologise for 10 months. Following his return to the national team in the Asian final qualifying round against Australia (June 5, Perth) against Indonesia (June 10, Panasta), he has been interviewed domestically for the first time since the incident. He also revealed that he had thought about retirement at one point, but he seriously regretted his own self-awareness and actions, and put into question the question.
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Sano Umi appeared in front of reporters wearing a black suit and a navy blue tie. A large amount of sweat flows from my forehead. Although he cannot hide his tension, he bowed his head in apologies, saying, “I am sorry that I caused trouble to so many people through my actions. I would like to continue to provide what I can do with my actions and words, and I would like to think about what I can do other than play, and contribute to society.”
On July 14th last year, just after the announcement of his transfer from Kashima to Mainz, he was arrested on suspicion of unconsensual sexual intercourse. He was released on the 29th and was not charged with the prosecution on August 8th. He then went to Germany without appearing in front of domestic media and remained silent. Given the fact that overseas transfers that have made his competitive career come to a big wing, he deeply regrets that he had a tedious attitude towards the most important period. “I've got the chance to play soccer, so I have to do my best,” he said with determination.
Details of the case are “not able to answer it yourself,” from a legal perspective, but “I am sorry.” During his custody period for about 10 days after his arrest, his retirement was also intriguing. “Look again, think and think about yourself. But there's no point unless you're connected to action.” In Germany, he participated in social activities such as comfort at children's hospitals. “I want to continue doing that kind of activity.” It's around you who evaluate it. I have no choice but to respond by saying and doing.
His first national team activity since the Asian Cup last January and February was his first time working in the Asian Cup, “I am sure there are pros and cons to me, but I have no choice but to compete for Japanese soccer.” I also saw a video of director Moriyasu describing him as “family” at the announcement of the members on the 23rd. “As long as you're thinking that, you shouldn't disappoint us.” I expressed my determination in words.[Sato Takashi]
[Japan National Team]Sano Kaishu has told manager Moriyasu that he has “promotion” about his return, “there is a pro or cons for him” / Question and Answer 1
