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Japan Wins Over Foreign Fans with Samurai Blue
Samurai Blue Push Tactical Shift to Break Limits Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Japan Returns Home After FIFA World Cup
Japan Forward Ueda Koki Listed by Real Madrid
Philippe Troussier Defends Tanaka
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Japan Wins Over Foreign Fans with Samurai Blue
Japan's national football team is winning over foreign fans. With a recent record of 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, and currently on a 3-game winning streak, the Samurai Blue is attracting attention from around the world.
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Samurai Blue Push Tactical Shift to Break Limits Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Analyzing Samurai Blue's strengths and limits, we break down new tactics and squad changes that shape Japan's growth plan for the 2026 World Cup.
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Japan Returns Home After FIFA World Cup
Japan national football team returns home after FIFA World Cup. Coach Moriyasu and president Miyamoto reflect on the tournament. Recent form: 3W-1D-1L. Currently, S. Machino and T. Kubo are sidelined due to injury.
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Japan Forward Ueda Koki Listed by Real Madrid
Japan national team forward Ueda Koki has been listed by Real Madrid as a potential transfer target. Ueda scored 2 goals in the North and Central America World Cup and has been gaining attention from the Spanish giants.
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Philippe Troussier Defends Tanaka
Philippe Troussier defends Tanaka after his mistake in the Brazil match. Troussier says 'Mistakes are part of soccer. We shouldn't blame Tanaka alone.' Japan has a recent form of 3W-1D-1L and won their last match 3-0 against Bolivia on November 18, 2025.
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Japan National Team Receives Warm Welcome
Japan national team receives warm welcome after World Cup performance. Recent form: 3W-1D-1L. Currently, S. Machino and T. Kubo are sidelined with injuries. Fans thanked the team at Haneda airport.
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History
Japan compete on the international stage under the AFC confederation. The team qualified for the 2026 World Cup via their qualifying campaign. Their best previous World Cup finish is Round of 16.