As the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfold, Japan stands on the brink of achieving its eighth consecutive participation in the world’s most prestigious football tournament. With four matches remaining in the third round of qualifiers, the dominance of the Samurai Blue is evident, as they hold a commanding nine-point lead over
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In a world where the international football coaching landscape is increasingly unstable, the ability of a coach to remain at the helm through several World Cup cycles is an extraordinary accomplishment. Hajime Moriyasu’s leadership of the Japanese national football team since 2018 is a testament to both his resilience and the growing strength of Japanese
As the Socceroos prepare for their crucial AFC World Cup qualifiers, they face unexpected challenges that could alter the course of their campaign. The recent withdrawal of Ipswich Town midfielder Massimo Luongo due to an ankle injury has opened the door for Nashville SC’s Patrick Yazbek to step up. This article delves into the implications
Japan showcased an impressive attacking display in the third round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Coach Hajime Moriyasu introduced a new system, the 3-4-2-1 formation, which allowed the team to utilize their attacking talent effectively. The deployment of three central defenders and two central midfielders was conventional, but the inclusion
Qatar, as the reigning AFC Asian Cup champions, have continued their domination in the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With a strong performance in the second round, where they picked up five wins and a draw, Qatar secured their spot in the third round. Star striker Almoez Ali impressed with seven goals,
Makoto Hasebe, the former Japan international, recently transitioned from a stellar playing career to a coaching role at Eintracht Frankfurt. While he may not have been as flashy as some of his more attack-minded teammates, Hasebe’s accomplishments speak for themselves. From winning the Bundesliga with Wolfsburg to captaining Japan in multiple FIFA World Cup appearances,
The recent signing of Daichi Kamada by Crystal Palace marks a significant milestone for Japanese football. With Kamada joining the Premier League, one of the most competitive leagues in the world, it showcases the talent that Japan is consistently producing. As a traditional powerhouse in Asian football, Japan now has another player representing them on
Daichi Kamada, the talented attacking midfielder from Japan, has officially signed a two-year deal with Crystal Palace in the Premier League. This move comes after his time with Lazio in the Serie A and a successful stint with Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga. Kamada started his football career in the J1 League with Sagan Tosu
Japan, a four-time Asian champion, has been drawn into a challenging group for the third round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team will face Australia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, China, and Indonesia in the upcoming matches. This draw brings back memories of previous encounters with Saudi Arabia and Australia in the
After an intriguing seven-month period, the second round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a close on Tuesday. With the World Cup expanding to 48 teams, Asia will now have at least eight representatives at the tournament in two years’ time. The increase in competing nations has also seen a