Samurai Blue appears in Fuji TV's special "FIFA World Cup 2026: Quarterfinals Approaching! All the Best 30 Divine Goals SP," airing July 9 at 7:00 AM. MC is Nob from Chidori, and members of Travis Japan hand‑pick the divine goals. Sano Kaishu's midfield strike, Japan's first-ever goal against Brazil, is highlighted.

Which Samurai Blue moments made the cut?

The show reviews matches from the June 12 opening to just before the quarterfinals, with Nob and Travis Japan's Kaito Miyachika selecting 30 goals in a ranking format. Sano's midfield strike in the Brazil game stands out as the team's inaugural goal. Messi and Mbappé's iconic strikes also feature, capturing the crowd's excitement.

How is Mori Hiroshi's side performing?

Shinji Ono and former international Jeong Dae‑se provide analysis of group‑stage and knockout performances. Japan sits on a recent run of 3W‑1D‑1L (WWWDL) and is on a three‑game winning streak. The latest result was a 3‑0 win over Bolivia on 2025‑11‑18, showing the attack's momentum. Mori Hiroshi said, "We want to carry this form into the knockout round."

What do fans say?

Nob recounts watching the Netherlands match live, promising to return in four years. Riko Fukamoto and Narumi Takahashi share the World Cup's allure they felt on site, noting the energy of Japanese supporters and cross‑culture fan interactions. Travis Japan's Genta Matsuda missed the broadcast, but other members offered vivid on‑ground impressions.

What lies ahead for Japan?

Beyond reminiscing, the special builds anticipation for the upcoming quarterfinals. Fans wonder which tactics Mori Hiroshi will deploy as Japan aims to face global stars like Messi and Mbappé again. The team's presence on the world stage continues to draw keen interest at home and abroad.