Japan's national team is seriously weighing the hiring of Cape Verde's coach Buvista, as former World Soccer Graphic editor Jun Nakayama suggested. The JFA, while keeping Moriyasu's one‑year extension request on hold, is searching for a foreign manager to boost the squad's level.\n\n## What is Moriyasu's contract situation?\n\nJFA President Tsunehisa Miyamoto told the Ministry of Education on the 8th that "the appointment of the next Japan manager is proving difficult," and that the request for a one‑year continuation for Moriyasu has been put on pause. The association, reflecting on the loss to Brazil, wants fresh external input, but Nakayama warns that a quick fix is unlikely.\n\n## Why is Buvista attractive?\n\nBuvista led Cape Verde to draw with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia in Group H, then pushed past to the round of 32 where they fell 2‑3 to defending champion Argentina. His aggressive style—linking the back line to swift counter‑attacks—caught global attention, showing a willingness to chase chances rather than sit back.\n\n## How has Japan performed lately?\n\nJapan's most recent official match was a 3‑0 victory over Bolivia on 2025‑11‑18, and the last five fixtures read WWWDL, highlighting a three‑game winning streak. This form forces the board to weigh any managerial change carefully.\n\n## What are the options and challenges ahead?\n\nHiring Buvista could bring African tactical ideas and broaden the player pool, but language, cultural differences, and integration with Japan's development system pose hurdles. The JFA must balance short‑term results with the goal of strengthening the squad for the 2026 World Cup.\n\n## What does this mean for Japan?\n\nAmid uncertainty over Moriyasu's future, discussions about a proven foreign coach like Buvista have intensified. Expect concrete moves in the coming weeks as the association decides the next direction.