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Japan Times
SOCCER / From the Spot
Jan 15, 2020
Toronto midfielder Tsubasa Endoh awaits breakthrough moment for MLS in Japan
When newly minted FC Cincinnati striker Yuya Kubo makes his MLS debut in March, few will be more eager to welcome him than Tsubasa Endoh.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Dec 12, 2019
Japan submits bid for 2023 Women's World Cup to FIFA
Japan is considered a frontrunner in a field that may include a joint Australia-New Zealand bid, a rumored unified Korean bid, Colombia, Argentina and Brazil.
Japan Times
SOCCER / From the Spot
Jun 12, 2019
Poor scheduling holding back Samurai Blue
Between the U-20 World Cup, the U-22 Toulon Tournament and a Copa America which could see over a dozen Tokyo 2020-eligible players earn their first Samurai Blue caps, it's been an exciting month for Japan supporters awaiting the Olympic men's soccer tournament.
Japan Times
SOCCER / From the Spot
May 22, 2019
Blown call leaves Japanese soccer world scrambling to enact reforms
Friday night's 3-2 win by Shonan Bellmare over Urawa Reds showcased everything great about the J. League, with the plucky underdogs winning in stoppage time to cap a dramatic comeback.
SOCCER
Sep 6, 2018
JFA to evaluate Japan-Chile match after Hokkaido earthquake
The Japan Football Association is evaluating whether or not Friday's international friendly between Japan and Chile will take place as planned.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 7, 2015
FIFA representative Tashima to run for JFA presidency
FIFA executive committee member Kozo Tashima announced on Monday that he will run for the Japan Football Association presidency.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 4, 2015
Tokyo Tower to shine in soccer team's colors for World Cup
Tokyo Tower will be illuminated in blue, pink and white to cheer on the national soccer team Sunday evening before they take on the United States at the Women's World Cup final, the Japan Football Association said.
SOCCER / World cup
Apr 24, 2015
Japan, Singapore approve swapping venues for World Cup qualifiers
Japan and Singapore have agreed to switch venues for their two home and away World Cup qualifiers after the first match clashed with the South East Asian (SEA) Games.
Japan Times
SOCCER / ASIAN CUP
Jan 24, 2015
JFA chief: Aguirre will remain as manager
Japan Football Association chief Kuniya Daini confirmed Saturday that Javier Aguirre will stay on as coach of the national team, a day after the defending champions were knocked out of the Asian Cup in the quarterfinals.
SOCCER / World cup
Jul 1, 2014
JFA technical director Hara in charge of hiring Zaccheroni's successor
Harumi Hara, the Japan Football Association's technical director, will be responsible for selecting Japan's next coach, the JFA technical committee confirmed Tuesday.
SOCCER
Dec 19, 2013
Japan to bid for 2023 Women's World Cup
Japan will bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup, the Japan Football Association said Thursday.

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