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Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo Look on in Horror As Brazil Suffer Historic Collapse

Three unanswered goals shocked Carlo Ancelotti and his side.

Sports Illustrated

Japan vs. Brazil—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Brazil’s Asia tour concludes with a friendly against Japan.

Sports Illustrated

Japan World Cup 2026 squad: Hajime Moriyasu's full team ahead of the World Cup draw

The Japan World Cup 2026 squad is coming together, as Hajime Moriyasu leads the Samurai Blue to North America

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What the USMNT should expect from Japan after a subpar loss to South Korea

The US will face a tall test against another East Asian power – this one with ambitions to make World Cup history in 2026

The Guardian - US

Socceroos confident of completing World Cup assignment against experimental Japan

They haven’t beaten Japan for 16 years but coach Tony Popovic insists his team have evolved and can all but guarantee qualification in Perth

The Guardian - AU

Understrength Japan out to show Socceroos who's boss

Japan are missing stars such as Kaoru Mitoma, Daizen Maida and Takumi Minamino, but they are still setting their sights on victory against the Socceroos.

AAP

Mighty Japan stand in Socceroos’ way – but it has never been a better time to face them

Samurai Blue have earned the right to bring a squad containing just seven players with more than 10 caps to Australia for a World Cup qualifier

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Celtic star Daizen Maeda left out by Japan as boss explains omission

The National (Scotland)

Celtic star Daizen Maeda can help Japan to World Cup glory

Daizen Maeda's outstanding Celtic form can help Japan achieve World Cup dreams.

The National (Scotland)

Daizen Maeda told Japan 'necessity' by Hajime Moriyasu ahead of 2026 World Cup

Hajime Moriyasu has praised Celtic's Daizen Maeda for his performance in Japan's goalless draw with Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.

The National (Scotland)

Benched at Rennes, left out by Japan – Ex-Celtic ace Kyogo vows to keep fighting

Kyogo Furuhashi is determined to move past his recent setbacks and prove himself for both club and country.

The National (Scotland)

Japan are the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup – are they an outside bet to succeed next summer?

Samurai Blue breezed through AFC qualification and Hajime Moriyasu will lead them at his second World Cup finals

FourFourTwo

Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain

Japan ensure a top two finish with 2-0 win against Bahrain in Group C of Asia qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.

Al Jazeera

Why Japan WON'T be happy they've become first nation to qualify for 2026 World Cup

Japan confirmed their spot in the 2026 World Cup on Thursday, but they might have rather waited a week...

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Moriyasu explains decision to call-up Kyogo after tough start to life at Rennes

Japan boss Hajime Moriyasu has explained his decision to call-up former Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi this month.

The National (Scotland)

Japan boss' deep analysis of Celtic - and what it taught him about Kyogo

JAPAN boss Hajime Moriyasu has revealed he handed Kyogo Furuhashi a recall after over a year in the international wilderness because he's been…

The National (Scotland)

Kyogo set for international wilderness return as Japan turn to forgotten hero

Japan look set to return to Kyogo after over a year since his last cap.

AAP

Old coaching ties run deep for Socceroos, Japan bosses

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu will face his former Sanfrecce Hiroshima teammate Tony Popovic on the touchline in a huge World Cup qualifier against Australia.

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The National (Scotland)

The astonishing mileage Reo Hatate has travelled to NOT play for Japan in last month

Reo Hatate has travelled an eye-watering amount of miles only to not feature for Japan in the last month

The National (Scotland)

Celtic's Japanese trio must show up against the big teams, says national boss

Champions League exploits of Celtic's Japanese trio hasn't impress national team boss - yet.

International Business Times

Japanese Players In Vogue As English Clubs Widen Horizons

Japanese players are moving to English football in record numbers and more look set to follow with clubs attracted by their quality, strong work ethic and value for money.

The National (Scotland)

Reo Hatate in brutal Japan self-confession after missing out on selection

Celtic player Reo Hatate has made a brutal self-assessment about his international career with Japan

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos must rise to new challenges facing the traditional Asian heavyweights

Australia’s status as one of Asia’s strongest football sides cannot be taken for granted as less heralded teams continue to emerge

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Junya Ito withdraws from Japan's Asian Cup squad amid allegations

Hajime Moriyasu addresses Junya Ito's withdrawal from Japan's Asian Cup squad and expresses confidence in his team ahead of their quarterfinal against Iran.

The Times of India

Iraq stun Japan to seal Asian Cup last-16 spot

Iraq pulled off the first upset of the Asian Cup in Qatar when they beat tournament favourites Japan 2-1 on Friday in the group phase.

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