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Japan Times
SOCCER
Jan 10, 2023

NWSL bans four coaches and fines teams after misconduct inquiry

An independent investigator brought in by U.S. Soccer found last year that abuse and misconduct 'had become systemic' in the NWSL.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jan 8, 2023

Arsenge Wenger to help 'sleeping giant' India develop soccer talent

India, once called a 'sleeping giant' by former FIFA president Sepp Blatter, is 106th in world rankings and has not succeeded in drawing public attention in the cricket-obsessed country.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jan 3, 2023

Brazil pays final respects to soccer giant Pele

A stream of athletes, politicians, dignitaries and fans are expected in Santos for the wake, though turnout may be dented somewhat by the New Year's holiday weekend.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Dec 4, 2022

Brazil soccer legend Pele says he remains 'strong' amid cancer battle

In a report on Saturday, medical staff at the Albert Einstein Hospital said Pele has responded well to treatment for a respiratory infection diagnosed after his hospitalization.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 29, 2022

U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter calls for focus on soccer before Iran game

In a tense and unusual news conference, Berhalter was questioned about U.S. immigration and naval policy while U.S. captain Tyler Adams was asked about discrimination in the United States.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Oct 21, 2022

Many soccer fans unlikely to attend Qatar World Cup

Strict entry requirements, sky-high accommodation prices and concerns over Qatar's human rights and LGBTQ+ record have also dampened enthusiasm.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 2, 2022

At least 174 dead after riot at Indonesian soccer game

After the match had ended, supporters from the losing team invaded the pitch and police fired tear gas, triggering a stampede.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 16, 2022

FIFA suspends Indian soccer federation due to third-party influence

The decision by the sport's governing body means that the scheduled U-17 Women's World Cup may need to be relocated or postponed.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jul 31, 2022

Euro finalist Lionesses poised to change English game forever

Since a chastening 2009 loss in a half-empty Helsinki Olympic Stadium against a Germany side years ahead in evolution, the women's game in England has changed beyond all recognition.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jul 13, 2022

Wayne Rooney excited for challenge as new DC United head coach

The 36-year-old resigned as coach of Derby County last month after the team's relegation to England's third-tier League One, opening the door to his MLS return.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 26, 2022

Gareth Bale confirms MLS move to Los Angeles FC

The Welshman was once the world's most expensive player and has spent the last eight seasons with Real Madrid, winning three domestic championships and five Champions League titles.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Dec 8, 2021

MLS boss calls Las Vegas the 'frontrunner' for expansion

The support the city has shown for expansion teams in other leagues is a big reason why MLS Commissioner Don Garber is optimistic about Sin City's prospects.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 7, 2021

NWSL players return to the field for first time since sexual misconduct allegations

Banners and signs declaring, "PROTECT THE PLAYERS" and "NO MORE SILENCE" were displayed around National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) pitches on Wednesday, as teams took the field for the first time since the league was rocked by allegations of sexual misconduct.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Aug 6, 2021

Mexico shatters Japan's hopes of soccer bronze with 3-1 thrashing

Mexico dominated Japan in the men's soccer bronze-medal game on Friday night, ending the host nation's hope of a first Olympic medal in 53 years with a 3-1 win at Saitama Stadium.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 26, 2021

After monumental win over Mexico, Japan sets sights on men's soccer medal

Sunday's encounter at Saitama Stadium, where attacking midfielders Takefusa Kubo and Ritsu Doan lit up the Mexican defense, has Japan eyeing the podium.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jun 24, 2021

Megan Rapinoe headlines U.S. women's soccer roster for Tokyo Olympics

Strikers Megan Rapinoe and Alex Morgan were among 17 players from the 2019 Women's World Cup championship team named to the US women's soccer squad.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 20, 2021

Soccer player Kumi Yokoyama comes out as transgender: 'It would be harder to live closeted'

The former Nadeshiko Japan striker, who plays for the NWSL's Washington Spirit, has received a flood of support from athletes and LGBTQ advocates following their announcement on Saturday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
May 17, 2021

Yoshimi Yamashita makes history as J. League's first female referee

The 35-year-old, who will officiate at this summer's Olympic soccer tournament, broke new ground in Sunday's third-division contest between YSCC Yokohama and Tegevajaro Miyazaki.
SOCCER
Apr 24, 2021

Urawa and Sendai share spoils as WE League preseason begins

Nadeshiko Japan regular Yuika Sugasawa's penalty kick was negated by Hinata Miyazawa's second-half equalizer in front of a healthy 1,504 fans at Komaba Stadium.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Mar 7, 2021

Soccer ‘stock market’ slashes payouts and works to fix cash crunch

A U.K. gambling website that calls itself a "real money virtual stock market” offering bets on soccer players said it’s in talks to fix a liquidity crunch and paused a technology project with Nasdaq.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 30, 2020

Lionel Messi leads tributes as soccer mourns Diego Maradona

Messi paid tribute on Sunday by stripping off his Barcelona top to reveal a shirt honoring Maradona after he scored the final goal in a 4-0 rout of Osasuna.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Apr 27, 2020

Spanish soccer season unlikely to resume before summer

The Spanish soccer season, halted like most major sporting competitions due to the coronavirus pandemic, is unlikely to return until the summer, the country's health minister Salvador Illa said on Sunday.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Feb 29, 2020

A letter to Lionel Messi: Stop, please!

The great soccer player and humanitarian is making it hard on writers to come with new ways to compliment him.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi shoots against Al-Ahly on Saturday.
SOCCER
Jun 17, 2025

Healthy crowds and 'Messi mania' lift Club World Cup, but quality gap shows

The opening weekend largely delivered what FIFA had hoped for: Vibrant crowds and global representation.
Heatstroke alert issued for 19 prefectures as Japan enters 'once-in-a-decade' heat wave
Japan will experience a heat wave through mid-July on a “level only seen once in a decade,” the Meteorological Agency said on June 30.
Japan braces for more quakes as authorities dismiss doomsday hype
Evacuees from Akuseki Island, located in the Tokara island chain in Kagoshima Prefecuture, arrive at Kagoshima Port on Friday.
Foreign nationals' presence in Japan emerges as key issue in Upper House poll
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba delivers a campaign speech next to a Liberal Democratic Party candidate for the Upper House (top center left) in Yokohama on Sunday.
Hidden AI prompts in academic papers spark concern about research integrity
Waseda University is one of 14 institutions in eight countries found to have used hidden prompts in research papers.
China’s housing crisis is worse than it seems
Residential buildings under construction in Shanghai in July 2022. The Chinese government risks long-term decline by repeating Japan’s policy mistakes in handling its real estate and demographic crises.
The future is bright inside the visionary mind of architect Sou Fujimoto
The exhibition of Fujimoto’s architecture surveys his career to date, as well as looks ahead as shown in his proposal of a future floating city designed in collaboration with data scientist Hiroaki Miyata.
A tiny mountain hamlet keeps traditional log rafting afloat
Once a way to transport lumber from the mountains to the coast, log rafting is now Kitayama's biggest attraction.
A furever friend: Tips for responsible dog ownership in Japan
Dog ownership may seem daunting in Japan, but with the right tools and logistical knowledge, you can ensure a healthy, happy life for your pet.
Ainu land rights in crosshairs as Hokkaido communities debate nuclear waste
A street in Suttsu, Hokkaido, with a sign put up by an anti-nuclear organization. The small community is considering hosting a facility that would hold nuclear waste.
Ghibli’s Isao Takahata exhibit shows how beloved anime is made
“The man who planted Japanese animation” exhibition includes a variety of sketches, drawings and animation cels from Isao Takahata films such as color design for characters by Michiyo Yasuda from "Grave of the Fireflies."

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