Takehiro Tomiyasu can be the answer to Arsenal's defensive woes
After a steady debut for Arsenal in the weekend's win over Norwich, Takehiro Tomiyasu could prove to be the answer to Mikel Arteta's defensive woes.
2019 Season
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1-0-1, 4th in FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
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Can Asian stars Takefusa Kubo, Lee Kang-in take next step with Mallorca in LaLiga?
Two of Asia's hottest prospects will line up together for Mallorca in LaLiga this season, but can they both take their careers to the next level?
Japan are back, Saudi Arabia maintain their perfect start
Japan and South Korea both overcame their opening losses with 1-0 wins while Saudi Arabia prove to be a threat in Group B.
Japan shocked, Vietnam not enough in Asia World Cup qualifiers
Oman pulled off a stunning upset of heavyweights Japan while Vietnam couldn't hold onto their narrow lead against Saudi Arabia
Asia's hopefuls embark on final leg of arduous journey to 2022 FIFA World Cup
Asia's 12 remaining hopefuls will resume their quest to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the third round of qualifiers begin.
Takefusa Kubo faces pivotal third season away from Real Madrid
While it is not a make-or-break year, Takefusa Kubo's third season out on loan could be pivotal to his long-term prospects at Real Madrid.
Real Madrid send Japan starlet Takefusa Kubo on loan to Mallorca
Real Madrid's Japanese starlet Takefusa Kubo will spend a third consecutive season out on loan after joining Mallorca for the 2021-22 season.
Iniesta, Vissel Kobe will have to wait for success despite recent star signings
Despite a raft of big-name signings recently, it appears that Andres Iniesta's Vissel Kobe will have to wait till at least 2022 to taste success.
Japan's Kaoru Mitoma earns move to Premier League with Brighton
Japan international Kaoru Mitoma has earned a move to Premier League outfit Brighton but will spend the coming season on loan in Belgium.
Japan star Kyogo Furuhashi nets hat-trick in first league start for Celtic
Kyogo Furuhashi has made an instant impact at Celtic after scoring a hat-trick for the Scottish giants in his first league start.
Vissel Kobe complete double capture of Yuya Osako, Yoshinori Muto
Vissel Kobe have bolstered their attack with the double capture of Japan internationals Yuya Osako and Yoshinori Muto.
Japan falls to Mexico in the bronze medal match
Japan again fell short in its quest to win its first Olympic medal in men's football since 1968 following a 3-1 defeat to Mexico.
Japan's quest for gold comes to an end but historic Olympic medal still beckons
Japan can still claim a historic bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics even if their quest for gold was ended by Spain in Tuesday's semi-finals.
Having seen off the rest, Japan must now beat the best in Olympic gold medal quest
Japan face a tough test against Spain in the semi-finals of the men's football at the Tokyo Olympics as they continue their gold medal quest.
Japan just about got the job done to reach Olympic semis and that's all that matters
It was not pretty but Japan did enough to see off New Zealand in the quarter-finals of the Olympics men's football - and that's all that matters.
Steely backfield with youthful attack could be gold-winning formula for Japan
With the right blend of defensive experience and youthful flair, Japan may have found the key to unlocking gold at the Olympics.
Thailand sack Nishino following WCQ failure
Akira Nishino has been sacked as coach of Thailand after his failure to lead them into the final round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup.
Japan enhance gold medal credentials, South Korea also advance to Olympic quarters
Japan and South Korea will once again represent Asia in Olympic Games men's football after both qualified for the quarterfinals.
Japan close in on Olympics quarters. Could South Korea join them?
South Korea and Japan flew the flag for Asia in Olympics men's football on Sunday, but there was less joy for Saudi Arabia and Australia.
Takefusa Kubo ready to take Olympics by storm after leading Japan to opening win
After his match-winning contribution in Japan's 1-0 win over South Africa, Takefusa Kubo looks ready to shine on the Olympic stage.
Samurai Blue set sights on Olympic gold but is that a realistic goal?
Japan are targeting the men's football gold medal at the Olympic Games but is that a realistic goal for the hosts?
Japan captain questions fan ban at Tokyo 2020
Japan men's captain Maya Yoshida has questioned the decision to hold the Olympic Games behind closed doors ahead of Friday's opening ceremony.
Rising Japan star Kyogo Furuhashi joins Celtic from Vissel Kobe
Japan international Kyogo Furuhashi has earned a move to Europe after signing for Scottish giants Celtic from Vissel Kobe.
ACL failure adds to Gamba Osaka's woes in a disappointing 2021
An already-troubled 2021 got even more dire for Gamba Osaka on Saturday as they were eliminated from the AFC Champions League group stage.
FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers draw (0:58)
2022 WCQ Table
2022 Team LeadersFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Goal Difference44
Goals Scored46
Assists0
Goals Conceded2