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Takehiro Tomiyasu labels his performance in Japan's defeat against Croatia a 'DISASTER'
2 years, 1 month ago

Takehiro Tomiyasu labels his performance in Japan's defeat against Croatia a 'DISASTER'

Daily Mail  

Takehiro Tomiyasu has labelled his performance in Japan's defeat against Croatia a 'disaster' and admitted that he needs 'time to forget about football' following his side's World Cup exit. In an open and honest interview, the Arsenal defender also said that he 'cannot be proud' of Japan's achievements at the World Cup despite their shock victories against Germany and Spain …

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FIFA World Cup 2022: Japanese apprentices out to upstage German masters
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Japanese apprentices out to upstage German masters

The Hindu  

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu has acknowledged the historic debt football in his country owes to Germany but says his team will be no less determined to upstage the four-times world champions at the World Cup on Wednesday. The player exchange between Japan and Germany has reversed in recent years and skipper Maya Yoshida is one of seven members of the …

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'Little Chance' of Japan Hosting 2023 Asian Cup: Japan Football Association
2 years, 5 months ago

'Little Chance' of Japan Hosting 2023 Asian Cup: Japan Football Association

News 18  

Japanese football chiefs said Wednesday there is “little chance" they will bid to replace China as hosts of next year’s Asian Cup, two days before the deadline to declare interest. South Korea has already submitted an official bid to the Asian Football Confederation to host the 24-team competition, scheduled for June and July 2023. When asked if the Japan Football …

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Japan Sounded Out as 2023 AFC Asian Cup Hosts: Report
2 years, 7 months ago

Japan Sounded Out as 2023 AFC Asian Cup Hosts: Report

News 18  

Japan has been “sounded out” about hosting next year’s Asian Cup, the country’s football chief said, after China withdrew from staging the tournament over coronavirus concerns. Japan Football Association chairman Kozo Tashima told the Nikkan Sports daily that Asian Football Confederation officials had been in touch regarding hosting the 24-team tournament, but gave no further details. “If Japan were to …

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