Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu has agreed to a six-month contract extension. Moriyasu stated, 'I'm willing to do anything for the sake of Japanese football.' The Japan Football Association has offered him a contract until the Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia next January, with a formal decision expected at the board meeting on the 23rd.

Background of Moriyasu's Contract Extension

Moriyasu has been offered a contract until the Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia next January, with a formal decision expected at the board meeting on the 23rd. Moriyasu stated, 'I'm willing to do anything for the sake of Japanese football.'

Moriyasu's Future Plans

Moriyasu plans to step down as coach after the Asian Cup, with a new coach expected to take over in March next year. Tsuyoshi Otsuki, the current U-21 Japan coach, is a strong candidate to succeed Moriyasu. Moriyasu stated, 'I'm willing to do anything for the sake of Japanese football.'

Significance of Moriyasu's Contract Extension

Moriyasu's contract extension holds great significance for Japanese football. As the coach of the national team, Moriyasu can contribute to the development of Japanese football. Moriyasu stated, 'I'm willing to do anything for the sake of Japanese football.'

Japan has recently achieved a record of 3W-1D-1L (WWWDL) and is on a three-game winning streak. Their last match was against Bolivia on November 18, 2025, which they won 3-0.