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ReviewJapan Prepares for Venezuela Match
Japan national team to face Venezuela on September 28. Manager Moriyasu says team will give it their all to win. Japan's recent form has been 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, including a 2-1 defeat to Brazil on June 29.
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ReviewJapan to Face Venezuela in September Friendly
Japan national team to play Venezuela in September. Recent form: 2W-2D-1L. Japan seeks rebound from Brazil loss in upcoming match.
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National TeamJapan National Team to Face Venezuela in Hiroshima on 9/28: Moriyasu Says 'We Want to Give Thank You To Our Fans'
Head Coach Moriyasu shared practice footage of the team preparing for their matchup against Venezuela in Hiroshima on September 28th. This upcoming match is a crucial one for Japan National Team and brings with it significant expectation as the coach states Japan aims to express gratitude to their fans.
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TransferHagiwara Shoji Linked with Frankfurt Talks
Hagiwara Shoji Linked with Frankfurt Talks: Japan's Future Prospects
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National TeamJapan's Kubo Takeshi set for return vs Toulouse after left-knee injury
Japan midfielder Kubo Takeshi is set to return to action on August 1 in the pre-season vs Toulouse, recovering from a left-knee injury sustained at the 2026 World Cup.
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TransferMaeda Daizen joins Ipswich Town: Japan star signs 3-year deal until 2029
Japan forward Maeda Daizen officially joins Ipswich Town on a three-year deal until 2029, becoming the club's first Japanese player. His move comes ahead of the 2026 World Cup where he starred against Sweden.
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TransferJapan shock Korea: 8th EPL star emerges as Maeda joins Iwatsuki
Korean media stunned as Japan's eighth EPL player emerges: Maeda seals £10m Iwatsuki move. Despite June 29 loss to Brazil, momentum in Europe keeps rising.
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TransferTakuma Kawamura returns to Hiroshima! Japan MF's shock move ahead of World Cup 2026
Japan national team midfielder Takuma Kawamura completes shock return to Sanfrecce Hiroshima! The 26-year-old vows to win titles at his boyhood club after Brazil 2-1 loss in June 2026 World Cup warm-up.
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ReviewJapan Grabs 8th Place in Group Stage
Japan's National Team Grabs 8th Place in Group Stage, A German Reporter's Account
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OpinionJapan appoints Go Oiwa as head coach, Moriyasu stays on
Japan names Go Oiwa as new head coach while keeping Hajime Moriyasu for six months, outlining the roadmap to the 2026 World Cup and recent match form.
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TransferMarseille eyeing Japan star Nakamura? Report raises transfer concerns
France's Marseille reportedly eye Japan's Nakamura amid transfer talks, but €28m+ fee raises eyebrows. Three high-earners exit as Samurai Blue prep for World Cup 2026.
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TacticsJapan’s World Cup 2026 squad: Which high schools produced the most players?
Breakdown of high schools that produced Japan’s 2026 World Cup squad. Which school saw its first alum debut in Qatar? Plus latest results and form.
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National TeamJapan's Hajime Moriyasu extends contract for 6 months: What's behind this unusual move?
Japan national team manager Hajime Moriyasu extends contract for 6 months. Goh Oiwa promoted from U-21. What's behind JFA's strategy?
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National TeamJapan Football Team Players to Receive Development Remuneration
Japan Football Association announces development remuneration for World Cup players, totaling over ¥7 million.
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OpinionJapan's Stronger Football and Economic Changes
Japan's football strength and economic changes. World Cup performance and economic stagnation.
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TransferJapan's Nakamura Keito linked with €25m+ bid as Marseille joins race
Japan winger Keito Nakamura's transfer saga heats up as Marseille joins Marseille in the race with Marseille after Reims demanded €25m+ for the 2026 World Cup star. English clubs circle as the 25-year-old eyes a step up.
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National TeamOiwa Go named Japan manager from March 2027 after Moriyasu era
Japan Football Association names Oiwa Go as national team manager from March 2027, succeeding Hajime Moriyasu after Brazil loss in Round of 16. Sets sights on 2030 World Cup co-hosted by Morocco, Portugal, Spain.
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ReviewMoriyasu Targets Results with Japan National Team
Hajime Moriyasu targets results with Japan national team ahead of the 2026 Asian Cup
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National TeamMoriyasu to stay as Japan manager for six more months ahead of 2026 Asian Cup
Moriyasu to remain Japan manager until January-February 2026 Asian Cup after North America 2026 World Cup exit. JFA cites continuity and evolution in naming new U-21 boss Oiwa Tsuyoshi.
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National TeamMoriyasu extends Japan duty until Asian Cup 2027 - 'We’ll give our all'
Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu will stay on duty until the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia. He vowed to fight for results and hand the baton to the next generation.
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OpinionWhy Japan's coach Moriyasu will stay short‑term, explained by Miyamoto
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu's short‑term stay is explained by Takeyasu Miyamoto. Get the strategic outlook for the 2026 World Cup and the latest results in this essential update.
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OpinionJapan's Samurai Blue boss Moriyasu pledges rare contract extension ahead of 2026 World Cup
Japan's manager Hajime Moriyasu vows to stay on, outlining strategy for the 2026 World Cup with latest results - a must‑read for Samurai Blue fans.
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National TeamJapan coach Hajime Moriyasu commits to full effort in transition
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu extends contract for six months, vowing full effort to transition to next generation. Latest results and future outlook analyzed.
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ReviewJapan loses to Brazil in comeback, exits World Cup at Round of 32
Japan loses 2-1 to Brazil in FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, exiting the tournament. Early lead by Kai Shun Sano not enough as Brazil rallies late.