Tag: Japan football news

New Manager Halilhodzic Brings Fiery Reputation to Samurai Blue

Following Javier Aguirre’s dismissal as manager of the Japanese national football team there were a…

Following Aguirre’s Brief Reign with Samurai Blue, What – and Who – Next?

After just 194 days in charge, Javier Aguirre received his marching orders from the JFA…

Samurai Blue Prepare to Face UAE Asian Cup Quarter-Final Clash

Three games three wins and no goals against: it has been a pleasing, though fairly…

Samurai Blue Prepare for Iraq Matchup in the Asian Cup

After a stroll in the park against Palestine, Japan are set to face their first…

Sports Recap: Wrapping Up Last Weekend’s Action

A disappointing setback for the men’s gymnastics team, a first win for Samurai Blue’s new…

It’s All Over, Samurai Blue: Japan Examines Poor World Cup Showing

Alberto Zaccheroni has decided to step down as Japan manager after a disappointing World Cup…

One Samurai’s Success in Brazil

Considering Samurai Blue’s loss to Ivory Coast in Game One, a draw against Greece in…

Samurai Blue Must Put Deeds Behind Their Words

They said it was “do or die” for Japan against Greece, well they didn’t do…

Shinji Kagawa: “We Have No Option but to Attack”

After a disappointing showing against the Ivory Coast in Recife, Japan need to bounce back…

Samurai Blue Vow to “Play without Fear”

Japan promises to return to their aggressive style as they move on to their match…

Man City Buys Stake in Yokohama F. Marinos

The recent announcement that Manchester City has bought just under 20 percent of the Yokohama…

Japan National Team Announced for 2014 World Cup

Japan coach Alberto Zaccheroni unveiled his 23-man squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in…

What to watch for this J-League season

The J-League returns this weekend and it promises to be another season of thrills, spills…

Marinos drop their match and Hiroshima lifts J-League title again

The J-League went to a conclusion this weekend with the title race once again going…

Yokohama F. Marinos one game away from the title

There could be quite a party in Yokohama this weekend as Yokohama F. Marinos attempt…