Soccer Jan 16, 2022
The goal was the second of the season for Kubo, who has scored once in the Spanish top flight since returning in late November from a two-month absence with a knee injury.
Soccer Dec 17, 2021
Junya Ito provided an assist before scoring his third goal of the season as Genk beat Charleroi 4-2 at home in the Belgian top-flight on Thursday. The winger provided a cross from the left for Paul Onuachu to head home a leveler in the 35th ...
Soccer Sep 26, 2021
Japan playmaker Takefusa Kubo to miss upcoming World Cup qualifiers
The 20-year-old's status was confirmed by Samurai Blue head coach Hajime Moriyasu, who is in Europe observing Japan's players ahead of his squad selection.
Soccer Sep 24, 2021
"I hurt my knee while playing in yesterday's match and will have to spend a little time off the pitch," the 20-year-old wrote on Instagram.
Soccer Aug 12, 2021
Real Madrid midfielder Takefusa Kubo joins Mallorca on loan deal
After spending last season on loan with Getafe and Villarreal, Kubo is returning to Mallorca for a second spell.
Summer Olympics / Soccer Aug 7, 2021
Samurai Blue challenge awaits Japan's young stars after missing Olympic podium
by Dan Orlowitz
A bawling Takefusa Kubo was all you had to see to understand the impact of Japan’s 3-1 loss to Mexico on Friday.
Summer Olympics / Soccer Aug 2, 2021
Kubo's stints at several Spanish clubs have not yielded much in terms of success, further adding to his motivation to make an impression against the nation on Tuesday.
Summer Olympics / Soccer Jul 26, 2021
After monumental win over Mexico, Japan sets sights on men's soccer medal
by Dan Orlowitz
Sunday’s encounter at Saitama Stadium, where attacking midfielders Takefusa Kubo and Ritsu Doan lit up the Mexican defense, has Japan eyeing the podium.
Summer Olympics / Soccer Jul 25, 2021
Japan takes Group A lead after downing Mexico with early burst
by Dan Orlowitz
Early goals by Takefusa Kubo and Ritsu Doan left the 2012 London champions struggling to fight back and put Japan in a strong position to advance to the knockout round.
Summer Olympics / Soccer Jul 22, 2021
Takefusa Kubo lifts Japan in Tokyo Olympic opener
by Jason Coskrey
Soccer Jun 13, 2021
Japan U-24 routs Jamaica in last game before Olympic squad selection
Takefusa Kubo's quadruple-nutmeg goal was a clear highlight as the host made a clear statement of intent ahead of the upcoming Tokyo Games.
Soccer Jun 6, 2021
Goals from Takefusa Kubo and Ritsu Doan were among the highlights at Fukuoka's Best Denki Stadium as the team shook off Thursday's defeat to their Samurai Blue seniors with a resounding win.