Japan

Scotland made to pay for slow start in second World Cup defeat

Two first-half goals from Japan set the tone as Scotland fell to a 2-1 defeat in their second World Cup…

7 years ago

Japan still favourites despite disappointing opening draw

Scotland coach Shelley Kerr does not want to draw too much from Japan's 0-0 draw with Argentina.

7 years ago

Day 15 – the Group Stage ends with a whimper and African drought

DAY 15 - JUNE  28. The Group Stage ends with a whimper and African drought The group stages ended today after…

8 years ago

Japan takes charge in Group H with win over Colombia

Japan 2-Colombia 1 An unpredictable 2018 World Cup took another wild turn on Tuesday in Saransk, Russia. Despite being the…

8 years ago

Japan: Three players to keep an eye on at the 2018 World Cup

When looking at the Japanese roster the first thing that comes to mind is: This is a very veteran-heavy roster.…

8 years ago

Three Hopes, One Fear: Japan at the 2018 World Cup

There was once a time when Japan qualifying for the World Cup wasn't exactly a given. Twenty years ago to…

8 years ago

World Cup Class of 2018: Japan

Population:  126.7 million Capital:  Tokyo Team Colors:  Blue and White How Qualified:  Won AFC Group B Nickname:  Blue Samurai 6th World Cup Head…

8 years ago