Japan national team coach Hajime Moriyasu has defended former Korea coach Hong Myung-bo, saying he does not believe Hong deserves to be

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Japan winger Keito Nakamura is keen to move to the Premier League this summer after attracting interest from several clubs, following his impressive World Cup performances.

Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: (BRA 2-1 JPN) Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in a thrilling Round of 32 clash. Casemiro cancelled out Japan's opener before Gabriel Martinelli struck deep into stoppage time to send the Selecao into the Round of 16.

Here's what to know about the Japan-Sweden game on June 25 at the 2026 World Cup, including where the match will be played and how to watch.

Japan created history with a 4-0 win over Tunisia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the first AFC team to score four goals in a World Cup game, and also earning the largest margin of victory. Daichi Kamada scored Japan's quickest-ever goal in the fourth minute to kick things off,

Among the teams that are in action on Saturday include numerous contender teams, including Germany, the Netherlands and Japan.