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FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION

Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 3, 2022
Seventeen children listed among dead after Indonesian soccer stampede
'Seventeen children died and seven were treated, but there is a possibility that could increase,' a ministry official said.
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
MORE SPORTS
Aug 18, 2022
Japanese squad to host Ivy League all-star team in Japan-U.S. Dream Bowl
The Japan All-Star team will mainly consist of players from the X League.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 16, 2022
Conte and Tuchel charged with improper conduct after fiery London derby
The two managers shook hands after a 2-2 draw where tempers flared, but then faced off on the pitch before being separated by players and staff from both teams.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 18, 2022
Japan 'sounded out' about hosting 2023 Asian Cup
Japan has the stadium infrastructure in place to stage the event in June and July of 2023, having recently hosted rugby's global showpiece in 2019 and last year's Olympic soccer tournament.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 11, 2022
Smart mouthguards collect data in extended study of heading's impact
Officials hope technology developed by Sports & Wellbeing Analytics will help to further understanding of head injuries in the sport.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup / From the Spot
Apr 3, 2022
Ultimate test awaits Samurai Blue after 'Group of Death' draw
While Japan will face a daunting challenge in a group featuring former World Cup champions Germany and Spain, the high-profile games may be exactly what the team needs.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League / From the Spot
Jan 28, 2022
J. League's Hiromi Hara leverages new media to educate fans
Through his regular YouTube appearances and astute use of social media, the league's vice chairman has helped keep supporters connected throughout the pandemic.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Sep 8, 2021
JFA to give up on hosting 2021 Club World Cup due to pandemic
The risk of increasing infections and difficulty in turning a profit due to a likely cap on spectators swayed the decision, denying Japan its first Club World Cup since 2016.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 22, 2021
Hajime Moriyasu looks to Europe-based players for Olympic soccer success
Half of Japan's 18-man squad for the Tokyo Games are based overseas, adding experience to a team hoping to win its first-ever gold medal when the postponed event kicks off next month.
Japan Times
PARALYMPICS / Summer Paralympics
Jun 6, 2021
Successful World Grand Prix a boost for blind soccer ahead of Paralympics
Tokyo hosted the IBSA-sanctioned event in a bubble environment, enacting strict protocols to ensure the safety for the participating teams amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 1, 2021
Japan-Jamaica friendly called off after issues emerge with pre-flight COVID-19 tests
The Samurai Blue will face Japan's under-24 men's team instead of the Reggae Boyz in Sapporo on Thursday.
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.
Japan Times
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Apr 1, 2021
England's Football Association in talks with Jaguars about playing games at Wembley
English soccer's governing body said it is in talks with the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars about continuing to stage games at London's Wembley Stadium.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Mar 18, 2021
Samurai Blue squad announced as JFA prepares for protective 'bubble'
Japan will host archrival South Korea in a March 25 friendly at Yokohama's Nissan Stadium before facing Mongolia in a World Cup qualifier on March 30.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Mar 2, 2021
Shocked Jiangsu fans hope for takeover after axe falls on club
Stunned Jiangsu FC fans are holding out hope that new backers will come to the rescue of the Chinese Super League champion after the club was sensationally shut down by owner Suning this week.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jan 30, 2021
Cancellation of international events could hinder development of Japan's young soccer players
Soccer's canceled youth World Cups and Asian Championships could have long lasting implications for an entire generation of young players.
Japan Times
PARALYMPICS / Summer Paralympics
Jan 6, 2021
Athletes aim to convert 2020 struggles into Paralympic success
Japan's para athletes are optimistic about the extra year of preparation they have received through the postponement of the Tokyo Games.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Dec 25, 2020
JFA suspends Emperor's Cup ticket sales over coronavirus
The Japan Football Association decided Thursday to halt general ticket sales for the Emperor's Cup and national high school championships after the government re-tightened entry limits for large-scale events in response to rising coronavirus infection numbers.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 15, 2020
South Korea's Qatar clash in doubt after six players test positive
Six South Korea players and a member of the team's staff tested positive for the new coronavirus before their 3-2 defeat by Mexico in a friendly on Saturday, casting doubts over the team's clash with Qatar on Tuesday.

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