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PREMIER LEAGUE

Japan Times
SOCCER
Jan 2, 2023
Young captain Martin Odegaard fueling Arsenal's title challenge in Premier League
Any doubts about whether a young Martin Odegaard could shoulder the responsibility of the captain's armband for Arsenal have been erased in half a season, with the 24-year-old having guided the club to a seven-point lead atop the Premier League.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 23, 2022
Man United sale would bring unpopular Glazer family's era to an end
The Glazers have been unpopular with the Old Trafford fan base since the day Malcolm Glazer took charge in 2005 with a $934 million takeover that leveraged huge debts upon the club.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 22, 2022
Kaoru Mitoma confident Premier League form will translate in Qatar
In that first match in Qatar, the 25-year-old will face a German defense that some have labeled a liability, giving him a chance to make some strides.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 15, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo accuses Manchester United of betrayal
The Portuguese star's blistering comments against his current club come after he refused to play as a substitute in a Premier League game against Tottenham last month.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 30, 2022
Kaoru Mitoma makes strong return from injury for Brighton
In an encouraging sign ahead of next month's World Cup, the 25-year-old speedster appeared untroubled by the injury he sustained against Brentford earlier this month.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 30, 2022
'No excuses' for Liverpool as Leeds ends unbeaten Anfield run
Liverpool have now lost twice as many games in the first 12 league games of this season as they did in 38 last season.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 24, 2022
Chelsea struggling for goals despite Graham Potter's bright start
Goals were at a premium even at the height of former manager Thomas Tuchel's time with the Blues, with their success built on a solid defensive foundation.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Sep 18, 2022
Tottenham's Son Heung-min roars back to form with hat trick
The South Korean star's relief was palpable as he walked off with the match ball following the win over Leicester City, as ecstatic home fans sang his name.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Sep 15, 2022
Liverpool's Juergen Klopp unimpressed by Chelsea's owner idea for All Star game
Boehly believes a game similar to the NBA's All-Star game which pits players from the Eastern Conference against the Western Conference in February could catch on in Britain.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Sep 13, 2022
Three Premier League games postponed ahead of royal funeral
English soccer's ruling body had already postponed all of last weekend's fixtures as a mark of respect to Queen Elizabeth.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 28, 2022
Liverpool equal Premier League record with hammering of Bournemouth
Following Manchester United (twice) and Leicester City, it was the fourth time a team has recorded a 9-0 win in a Premier League match.
SOCCER
Aug 25, 2022
Air-raid sirens cause Ukrainian soccer match to last over 4 hours
A Ukrainian Premier League match lasted 4 hours, 27 minutes instead of the normal 90 minutes after being interrupted by air-raid sirens on Wednesday.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 23, 2022
Slow start gives Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp cause for concern
Liverpool's worst start in a decade leaves the Reds already trailing defending champions Manchester City by five points and early leader Arsenal by seven.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 23, 2022
Manchester United beats Liverpool against backdrop of protests
Liverpool's expected title challenge is fading fast, with Jurgen Klopp's men yet to win three games into the new season.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 22, 2022
Manchester City rallies to escape with draw against Newcastle
'That was a proper game,' Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said. 'Newcastle are becoming one of the toughest opponents for sure.'
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 16, 2022
Premier League celebrates 30-year rise to global dominance
In 1992, England's top clubs broke with 104 years of tradition by splitting from the Football League and controversially creating a 'super league' which would keep its own income.
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
Aug 14, 2022
Erik ten Hag given baptism by fire to Manchester United's new reality
As protests mount against the club's American owners, the former Ajax boss has been given the unenviable task of turning around a sinking ship with a squad he largely inherited.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 13, 2022
Raheem Sterling says Chelsea is perfect fit at current point in career
'I had a few options but this was the one that was tailor-made for my personal goals.'
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 6, 2022
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says fast start vital to team's title hopes
'Every club is getting better, the managers are so exciting and that is why the Premier League is the best.'
As visitors surge, Japan seeks ways to make tourism eco-friendly
Much like other hot spots across Okinawa, Onna has diligently strived to captivate both domestic and international tourists, while at the same time grappling with the environmental strain induced by the influx of visitors.
Japan says Biden's description of nation as xenophobic is 'unfortunate'
The National Diet building in Tokyo
Tokuryū, a new crime menace in Japan, emerges from the shadows
The National Police Agency coined the term "tokuryū" to classify individuals involved in dark part time jobs and quasi-gangsters, using the words "tokumei" (anonymous) and "ryūdo" (fluid) to reflect their characteristics.
Is Modi’s party heading for a stunning election loss?
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's campaign tactics have escalated, including anti-Muslim rhetoric and fearmongering, reflecting his ruling party's desperation.
Kishida talks up bolstered Latin American ties as China cements position
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida holds a news conference in Sao Paulo on Saturday.
Japan’s tween skateboarders get head start on preparations for 2028 Olympics
Ibuki Matsumoto competes at an event in Osaka on April 21.
As visitors surge, Japan seeks ways to make tourism eco-friendly
Much like other hot spots across Okinawa, Onna has diligently strived to captivate both domestic and international tourists, while at the same time grappling with the environmental strain induced by the influx of visitors.
Kishida talks up bolstered Latin American ties as China cements position
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida holds a news conference in Sao Paulo on Saturday.
Debate on constitutional revision at a standstill despite Kishida's pledges
With less than two months left before the conclusion of the current session of parliament, any possibility that Prime Minister Fumio Kishida can deliver constitutional reform before the end of his term as Liberal Democratic Party president in late September, as he has promised, appears remote.
Sapporo court ruling on Ainu fishing rights presents tough questions
A traditional Ainu preserved food called <i>satchep</i> (dried fish) being made at the government-run National Ainu Museum and Park, nicknamed Upopoy, in the town of Shiraoi, Hokkaido, on Dec. 25. The Sapporo District Court ruled last month that the Raporo Ainu Nation's rights as an Indigenous people did not extend to having an inherent right to fish for commercial reasons.

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