World Dec 6, 2022
Migrant laborers share experience amid World Cup spotlight
Dangerous conditions and poor pay are among the challenges faced by migrant workers in Qatar.
Soccer / World Cup Dec 5, 2022
Japan to rely on preparation and samurai spirit in matchup against Croatia
Veteran defender Yuto Nagatomo says Japan must fight with the bravery of samurai to topple Croatia and make the nation's first foray into the final eight at a World Cup.
Soccer / World Cup Dec 4, 2022
Croatia standing between Japan and World Cup history
The European's battle-tested squad, led by veteran captain Luka Modric, will be tough opposition for a Japan team facing a shortage of fit defenders ahead of Monday's round-of-16 clash.
Soccer / World Cup Dec 2, 2022
Japan's current generation of players not haunted by 'Tragedy of Doha'
Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu said he had flashbacks to the infamous "Tragedy of Doha" in the final minutes of his team's dramatic 2-1 World Cup defeat of Spain in Qatar on Thursday.
Soccer / World Cup Dec 1, 2022
Japan captain Maya Yoshida calls Spain match most important of career
"Of course, it is possible to draw and see what happens with Germany against Costa Rica. But, basically, we have to try to win the game."
Soccer / World Cup Nov 28, 2022
Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu defends decisions during loss to Costa Rica
Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu defended his decision to shake up his starting lineup for Sunday's World Cup clash with Costa Rica, saying he had no regrets despite the disappointment of the 1-0 loss. "The result was a shame but it does not mean what we ...
World Cup Nov 27, 2022
Maya Yoshida insists Japan prepared for whatever Costa Rica tries
The Samurai Blue captain and three-time World Cup veteran says the team's focus has always been on winning three points from its crucial second game.
World Cup Nov 27, 2022
Hajime Moriyasu and Luis Suarez managing different World Cup expectations
For Japan, a win on Sunday at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan will guarantee a place in the round of 16 as long as Spain wins or draws against Germany.
World Cup Nov 23, 2022
Hajime Moriyasu says Japan must 'go with the flow' to beat Germany
The Samurai Blue coach told a news conference that all 26 of his players were fit, indicating that previously injured midfielder Hidemasa Morita would be available on Wednesday.
World Cup Nov 23, 2022
Germany head coach Hansi Flick says Japan offers serious test
Earlier in the day, the German Football Association announced star winger Leroy Sane would miss the game due to a "knee problem," giving Flick a potential selection headache.