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  • Under the guidance of coach Takeshi Kogure, the U-21 Japan national team is preparing for the Asian Games scheduled in...
    Match report

    U-21 Japan National Team Preparing for September Asian Games

    Under the guidance of coach Takeshi Kogure, the U-21 Japan national team is preparing for the Asian Games scheduled in September.

    31 Jul 2026
  • The Japan Football Association (JFA) announced that the U-23 Asian Cup, which will include qualification for the 2028 Los...
    Match report

    U-23 Asian Cup to be Held in Japan in 2028, JFA President Calls for Public Attendance

    The Japan Football Association (JFA) announced that the U-23 Asian Cup, which will include qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics men's tournament, will be held in Japan in 2028. JFA President Hiroshi Mikitani emphasized that this event will provide a stage for young players to challenge significant goals and called on many people to watch it live at the venue.

    30 Jul 2026
  • Japan goalkeeper Keisuke Oshima leaves Hiroshima for overseas move
    Transfers

    Keisuke Oshima's transfer confirmed: Japan goalkeeper leaves Hiroshima for overseas move

    Japan goalkeeper Keisuke Oshima leaves Hiroshima for overseas move. The 2026 World Cup squad member played 16 games this season. Where will the former J1 Best XI winner land?

    30 Jul 2026
  • Valencia's new uniform is selling out thanks to Sasaki's signing and Japan's national team's performance
    National Team

    Sasaki's Signing Boosts Valencia's Pink Uniform Sales

    Valencia's new uniform is selling out thanks to Sasaki's signing and Japan's national team's performance

    29 Jul 2026
  • From April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN will terminate services for customers from the European Economic Area (EEA) and the...
    News

    Yahoo! JAPAN Service Termination for European Economic Area Customers

    From April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN will terminate services for customers from the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom. Domestic Japanese users are not affected.

    29 Jul 2026
  • The Japan National Team is scheduled to play against Venezuela on September 28, in Hiroshima
    Match report

    'Japan National Team' Scheduled to Play Against Venezuela on September 28 in Hiroshima

    The Japan National Team is scheduled to play against Venezuela on September 28, in Hiroshima. This match will be against a country with World Cup participation history, the only South American nation to have done so.

    28 Jul 2026
  • Former Japan Star Calls for Revival of Japan-South Korea Friendly Matches to Strengthen National Team
    National Team

    Japan's Former Star Calls for Revival of Japan-South Korea Friendly Matches

    Former Japan Star Calls for Revival of Japan-South Korea Friendly Matches to Strengthen National Team

    28 Jul 2026
  • Japan's national team, led by Zackery, is fighting to show strength at the FIFA World Cup 2026
    Match report

    Zackery's fight is to show strength to the world

    Japan's national team, led by Zackery, is fighting to show strength at the FIFA World Cup 2026

    28 Jul 2026
  • Japan national team to face Venezuela on September 28
    Match report

    Japan 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.

    28 Jul 2026
  • Japan national team to play Venezuela in September
    Match report

    Japan 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.

    28 Jul 2026
  • Head Coach Moriyasu shared practice footage of the team preparing for their matchup against Venezuela in Hiroshima on...
    National Team

    Japan 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.

    28 Jul 2026
  • Hagiwara Shoji Linked with Frankfurt Talks: Japan's Future Prospects
    Transfers

    Hagiwara Shoji Linked with Frankfurt Talks

    Hagiwara Shoji Linked with Frankfurt Talks: Japan's Future Prospects

    27 Jul 2026
  • Japan midfielder Kubo Takeshi is set to return to action on August 1 in the pre-season vs Toulouse, recovering from a...
    National Team

    Japan'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.

    26 Jul 2026
  • Japan forward Maeda Daizen officially joins Ipswich Town on a three-year deal until 2029, becoming the club's first...
    Transfers

    Maeda 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.

    26 Jul 2026
  • Korean media stunned as Japan's eighth EPL player emerges: Maeda seals £10m Iwatsuki move
    Transfers

    Japan 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.

    26 Jul 2026
  • Japan national team midfielder Takuma Kawamura completes shock return to Sanfrecce Hiroshima!
    Transfers

    Takuma 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.

    26 Jul 2026
  • Japan's National Team Grabs 8th Place in Group Stage, A German Reporter's Account
    Match report

    Japan Grabs 8th Place in Group Stage

    Japan's National Team Grabs 8th Place in Group Stage, A German Reporter's Account

    26 Jul 2026
  • Japan names Go Oiwa as new head coach while keeping Hajime Moriyasu for six months, outlining the roadmap to the 2026...
    Opinion

    Japan 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.

    26 Jul 2026
  • France's Marseille reportedly eye Japan's Nakamura amid transfer talks, but €28m+ fee raises eyebrows
    Transfers

    Marseille 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.

    26 Jul 2026
  • Breakdown of high schools that produced Japan’s 2026 World Cup squad
    Analysis

    Japan’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.

    25 Jul 2026
  • Japan Football Association announces development remuneration for World Cup players, totaling over ¥7 million
    National Team

    Japan Football Team Players to Receive Development Remuneration

    Japan Football Association announces development remuneration for World Cup players, totaling over ¥7 million.

    25 Jul 2026
  • Japan's football strength and economic changes
    Opinion

    Japan's Stronger Football and Economic Changes

    Japan's football strength and economic changes. World Cup performance and economic stagnation.

    25 Jul 2026
  • Japan national team manager Hajime Moriyasu extends contract for 6 months
    National Team

    Japan'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?

    25 Jul 2026
  • Japan Football Association names Oiwa Go as national team manager from March 2027, succeeding Hajime Moriyasu after...
    National Team

    Oiwa 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.

    25 Jul 2026
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