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  • Japan's Funaesaki Joins Crystal Palace, Returns to Premier League
    Transfers

    Japan's Funaesaki Returns to Premier League

    Japan's Funaesaki Joins Crystal Palace, Returns to Premier League

    8 Aug 2026
  • Starting from April 6, 2022, Yahoo Japan will cease providing certain services to users in the European Economic Area and...
    Transfers

    Yahoo Japan to Cease Services in European Economic Area and United Kingdom

    Starting from April 6, 2022, Yahoo Japan will cease providing certain services to users in the European Economic Area and United Kingdom. Users from specific regions may be affected.

    8 Aug 2026
  • The Japan national team will face Ecuador in the Kirin Cup in October, with New Zealand and Panama also participating
    Match report

    Japan's Kirin Cup to kick off in October with Japan vs Ecuador

    The Japan national team will face Ecuador in the Kirin Cup in October, with New Zealand and Panama also participating.

    7 Aug 2026
  • Japan National Team Defender Furuani Kiyoharu to Join Crystal Palace with Kamada Daichi
    Transfers

    Japan National Team Defender Furuani Kiyoharu to Join Crystal Palace with Kamada Daichi

    Japan National Team Defender Furuani Kiyoharu to Join Crystal Palace with Kamada Daichi

    7 Aug 2026
  • Japan to face Ecuador in international friendly on October 1st at Yokohama International Stadium
    Match report

    Japan to face South American powerhouse Ecuador in international friendly

    Japan to face Ecuador in international friendly on October 1st at Yokohama International Stadium. Ecuador lost to Mexico in the 2026 World Cup and was eliminated in the Round of 32.

    7 Aug 2026
  • Japan's Ayase Ueda nears Brighton move, potentially teaming up with Kaoru Mitoma
    Transfers

    Ayase Ueda to Brighton: Japan's Striker Set for Premier League Move

    Japan's Ayase Ueda nears Brighton move, potentially teaming up with Kaoru Mitoma. Premier League impact and transfer details explored.

    6 Aug 2026
  • Japan GK Oshima returns to Hiroshima after failed Belgium move
    Transfers

    Japan GK Oshima returns to Hiroshima after failed transfer

    Japan GK Oshima returns to Hiroshima after failed Belgium move. Fans express concern for his mental state and offer support.

    5 Aug 2026
  • Japan's national team to play Uruguay in Miyagi on Sept 24, their first match after 2026 World Cup
    National Team

    Japan to face Uruguay in post-World Cup friendly on Sept 24 in Miyagi

    Japan's national team to play Uruguay in Miyagi on Sept 24, their first match after 2026 World Cup. Manager Hajime Moriyasu calls it a step forward.

    5 Aug 2026
  • Takeshi Oiwa appointed as Japan's new national team manager
    National Team

    Takeshi Oiwa Appointed as Japan's New National Team Manager

    Takeshi Oiwa appointed as Japan's new national team manager. Background and future outlook analyzed, including impact on Asian Cup and World Cup.

    5 Aug 2026
  • Japan's Tashima opposes FIFA's World Cup commercialization plan, warning of threats to the sport's integrity
    National Team

    Japan's Tashima criticizes FIFA's commercialization of World Cup operations

    Japan's Tashima opposes FIFA's World Cup commercialization plan, warning of threats to the sport's integrity.

    4 Aug 2026
  • Kashima's Early Kawabata Aims to Boost Japan Football
    National Team

    Japan Football to Boost Momentum

    Kashima's Early Kawabata Aims to Boost Japan Football

    4 Aug 2026
  • Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu says he’s considering a European club role
    Opinion

    Moriyasu hints at overseas club challenge as Japan's World Cup hopes rise

    Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu says he’s considering a European club role. The Samurai Blue sit 2nd with 5 points, recent form LDW, and eye future leadership.

    4 Aug 2026
  • New coach Gouriki Toshiyuki takes charge of Japan national team, aiming for Asian Games victory with U-21 team
    National Team

    New Coach's Determination 'We'll Give It Our All'

    New coach Gouriki Toshiyuki takes charge of Japan national team, aiming for Asian Games victory with U-21 team.

    3 Aug 2026
  • Japan's Wood Soul takes on the world in the Morlök World Cup, with Shunpei Sano selected as a representative
    National Team

    From the Birthplace of Morlök, Japan's Wood Soul Takes on the World

    Japan's Wood Soul takes on the world in the Morlök World Cup, with Shunpei Sano selected as a representative. The Japanese team aims to achieve the highest rank of 2nd place in the 23-year history of the tournament.

    3 Aug 2026
  • The Japan Soccer Federation has decided to keep current coach Moriyasu Yoshihisa until the Asian Cup in January or...
    National Team

    Japan's New Soccer and Baseball National Team Coaches Announced

    The Japan Soccer Federation has decided to keep current coach Moriyasu Yoshihisa until the Asian Cup in January or February next year, while appointing Daikoku Takao as the new head coach. In baseball, Kiguchi Masahito was chosen as the new national team coach.

    3 Aug 2026
  • Yuya Shimamoto from Kashima FC has been selected for the U-21 Japan National Team and expressed his intention to support...
    National Team

    Yuya Shimamoto from Kashima马刺悠大 Selected for U-21 Japan National Team with Thoughts for His Home Prefecture, Kumamoto

    Yuya Shimamoto from Kashima FC has been selected for the U-21 Japan National Team and expressed his intention to support the victims of the Kumamoto earthquake in his home prefecture.

    3 Aug 2026
  • Japan's Hajime Moriyasu extends as manager for 7 months until Asian Cup
    Opinion

    Japan's Manager Extension: Why Hajime Moriyasu's Stay Risks Stagnation

    Japan's Hajime Moriyasu extends as manager for 7 months until Asian Cup. While generally acceptable, this decision reveals deeper issues in Asian football and Japan's struggles.

    2 Aug 2026
  • Japan's World Cup Review: The End of 5-Back
    Opinion

    Japan's World Cup Review: The End of 5-Back

    Japan's World Cup Review: The End of 5-Back

    1 Aug 2026
  • Japan's U-15 team trains with Bundesliga clubs Dortmund and Borussia MG as part of the 'Bundesliga Dream Japan' project...
    National Team

    Japan U-15 team trains with Bundesliga clubs ahead of 2026 World Cup

    Japan's U-15 team trains with Bundesliga clubs Dortmund and Borussia MG as part of the 'Bundesliga Dream Japan' project ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

    1 Aug 2026
  • Japan U23 to host 2028 Olympic qualifiers as U-23 Asian Cup
    National Team

    Japan U23 to host 2028 Olympic qualifiers in home tournament

    Japan U23 to host 2028 Olympic qualifiers as U-23 Asian Cup.

    31 Jul 2026
  • Japan's goalkeeper Keisuke Osako joins Belgium's Sint-Truidense, aiming for a 2026 World Cup comeback
    Transfers

    Japan GK Osako signs with Belgium's Sint-Truidense, eyes 2026 World Cup comeback

    Japan's goalkeeper Keisuke Osako joins Belgium's Sint-Truidense, aiming for a 2026 World Cup comeback. Full analysis of his move and Japan's current standing.

    31 Jul 2026
  • Japan: 【日本代表】大岩剛監督がA代表監督も兼任することを発表した。来年3月から森保監督から引き継がれ、U-21代表を指揮しながら、30年のW杯スペイン・ポルトガル・モロッコ大会まで託される
    Match report

    Japan National Football Team: Coach Daigo Naganuma Announces A-Team Promotion

    【日本代表】大岩剛監督がA代表監督も兼任することを発表した。来年3月から森保監督から引き継がれ、U-21代表を指揮しながら、30年のW杯スペイン・ポルトガル・モロッコ大会まで託される

    31 Jul 2026
  • Japan U-21, led by dual-role coach Ohiwa, competes in Asian Games
    National Team

    Japan U-21 aims for Asian Games gold under dual-role coach Ohiwa

    Japan U-21, led by dual-role coach Ohiwa, competes in Asian Games. Praised by Barcelona's youth coach for their 'beautiful defense,' Japan aims to showcase their unique style.

    31 Jul 2026
  • Tokyo District Prosecutors Office has decided not to prosecute Japan national football team player Tatsunoko Nishimura...
    National Team

    Japan national football team player Tatsunoko Nishimura Not Guilty in Bicycle Accident with Tokyo District Prosecutors Office

    Tokyo District Prosecutors Office has decided not to prosecute Japan national football team player Tatsunoko Nishimura, who was charged with violating the Road Traffic Punishment Law (negligent injury) for allegedly causing injuries to a woman in a bicycle accident. The prosecutors office stated that both parties were found guilty of running a red light.

    31 Jul 2026
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