Japan National Football Team

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Yesterday

U-22 Japan National Team squad & schedule - England Tour (11/9-19) Japan Football Association - Official Site18:29 7-Nov-25

Three rising Man United talents named in England U-20 squad vs Japan Man Utd News14:43 7-Nov-25

In the last 7 days

From Chelsea and Man Utd, to Japan and Australia: Why Juan Mata can't quit soccer ESPN.co.uk22:54 6-Nov-25

SAMURAI BLUE (Japan National Team) squad & schedule - KIRIN CHALLENGE CUP 2025 vs Ghana (11/14＠Aichi) vs Bolivia… Japan Football Association - Official Site12:26 6-Nov-25

Celtic player's World Cup dream takes hit with fourth exclusion from Japan squad Glasgow Evening Times09:46 6-Nov-25

Celtic star Reo Hatate's World Cup dream fading after latest Japan snub The Celtic Way09:45 6-Nov-25

U-18 Japan National Team squad & schedule - Wales Tour (11/10-20＠England/Wales) Japan Football Association - Official Site01:27 5-Nov-25

U-18 Japan Futsal National Team short-listed squad & schedule - Training Camp (11/9-12＠JFA YUME Field) Japan Football Association - Official Site01:27 5-Nov-25

South Africa Stun Bolivia as Japan defeat Morocco in U17 World Cup Football Sierra Leone07:30 4-Nov-25

In the last month

【Match Report】Nadeshiko Japan finish European tour with one draw and one defeat after 0–2 loss to Norway, despite… Japan Football Association - Official Site16:34 30-Oct-25

Japan Women's Futsal National Team squad & schedule - FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup Philippines 2025™… Japan Football Association - Official Site13:21 30-Oct-25

【Match Report】Nadeshiko Japan Earn 1–1 Draw Away to Italy Thanks to HASEGAWA Yui’s Equaliser Japan Football Association - Official Site08:20 26-Oct-25

Women’s international round-up: Hasegawa on target for Japan Manchester City - Official Site08:37 25-Oct-25

U-15 Japan National Team squad & schedule - Val-de-Marne Tournament 2025 (10/24-11/3＠France) Japan Football Association - Official Site09:16 20-Oct-25

Are Japan A Potential Dark Horse in the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Football Tribe07:23 20-Oct-25

U-17 Japan National Team squad & schedule - FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ (10/22-11/27＠Doha, Qatar) Japan Football Association - Official Site14:35 17-Oct-25

Ghana: Black Stars Face Stern Tests Against Japan, South Korea AllAfrica12:01 17-Oct-25

U-19 Japan Women's National Team short-listed squad & schedule - Training Camp (10/20-23＠J-Village) Japan Football Association - Official Site14:29 16-Oct-25

Black Stars face stern test against Japan in 2025 Kirin Challenge Cup Ghana Football Association09:42 16-Oct-25

Japan stun Brazil 3-2 with comeback win to break Ancelotti’s unbeaten run Inside World Football14:35 15-Oct-25

Brazil Futsal National Team squad - International Friendly Match vs Japan Futsal National Team (10/17&19＠Shizuoka) Japan Football Association - Official Site14:34 15-Oct-25

Nadeshiko Japan (Japan Women's National Team) squad & schedule - International Friendly Match vs Italy Women's National … Japan Football Association - Official Site14:34 15-Oct-25

England U20 to return to Eco-Power Stadium for Japan friendly Doncaster Rovers - Official Site13:08 15-Oct-25

International R’s: Saito draws Japan debut Queens Park Rangers - Official Site12:09 15-Oct-25

Internationals | Ueki named in Japan squad for Italy and Norway friendlies West Ham United FC - Official Site10:19 15-Oct-25

Japan’s downing of Brazil puts world on notice The Japan Times08:47 15-Oct-25

'I will try': Ao Tanaka has honest message for Leeds fans after helping Japan beat Brazil Leeds United News07:54 15-Oct-25

Japan storm back to beat Brazil for first time The West Australian20:32 14-Oct-25

Newcastle United's Joelinton handed chance to shine as Brazil beaten by Japan in friendly NUFCFeed19:03 14-Oct-25

Japan Beat Brazil For The First Time In Tokyo Comeback NDTV.com18:21 14-Oct-25

Arsenal’s Martinelli scores for Brazil against Japan Daily Cannon16:33 14-Oct-25

Brazil suffer 3-2 defeat to Japan: 'Lesson learned' ESPN.co.uk16:18 14-Oct-25

Internationals | Paquetá and Brazil undone by second-half Japan comeback West Ham United FC - Official Site16:02 14-Oct-25

Japan roar back to beat Brazil for first time, Sweden sack coach after qualifying defeats The4215:50 14-Oct-25

Japan beats Brazil for first time in chaotic comeback win The Japan Times14:11 14-Oct-25

Brazil player ratings vs Japan: Carlo Ancelotti has serious problems! Gabriel Martinelli's good … Goal.com14:05 14-Oct-25

Ao Tanaka features in Japan’s 3-2 win over Brazil Leeds United - Official Site13:53 14-Oct-25

Japan vs. Brazil live score: International friendly highlights, stats, result as Selecao face Samurai Blue Sporting News09:33 14-Oct-25

Japan vs. Brazil—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Sports Illustrated00:08 14-Oct-25

Japan vs Brazil Preview: Probable Lineups, Prediction, Tactics, Team News & Key Stats The Hard Tackle19:46 13-Oct-25

Wataru Endo injury details emerge as manager explains Japan withdrawal This Is Anfield10:59 13-Oct-25

Richarlison to be selected? How Brazil could line up for Japan friendly clash Sports Mole23:05 12-Oct-25

Japan vs Brazil - prediction, team news, lineups Sports Mole22:04 12-Oct-25

Japan vs. Brazil lineups: Predicted starting XI, team news, rosters, match details for international friendly Sporting News19:11 12-Oct-25

Daizen Maeda withdraws from Japan squad as Celtic injury concern grows The Celtic Way12:54 12-Oct-25

Celtic sweat over Daizen Maeda availability after forward leaves Japan camp The Scotsman12:15 12-Oct-25

Daizen Maeda sparks fresh Celtic injury fear after Japan squad withdrawal ahead of Dundee clash Daily Record11:17 12-Oct-25

Takumi Minamino takes Wataru Endo's spot for Japan after Paul Pogba blessing Liverpool.com20:53 10-Oct-25

Tanaka features as Japan draw 2-2 with Paraguay Leeds United - Official Site16:27 10-Oct-25

Maeda injury concern – Daizen set to miss Japan friendly today The Celtic Star07:35 10-Oct-25

Celtic's Daizen Maeda 'likely' to miss Japan game after not participating in training The Celtic Way15:37 9-Oct-25

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About our Japan National Football Team news

Latest news on the Japan National Football Team, including team selections, fixtures, results and coverage of their progression within international tournaments.

Governed by the Japan Football Association (JFA), the team has consistently qualified for the FIFA World Cup since their debut in 1998 and are seen as a dominant force in the AFC Asian Cup, winning the tournament several times.

Japan’s rise in football has been fuelled by the emergence of talented players who have thrived both domestically and in Europe’s top leagues. The national team's achievements reflect the rapid development of Japanese football, driven by the establishment of the J.League in 1993 and a strong emphasis on youth development. Known for their resilience and commitment, the Samurai Blue continue to inspire fans and solidify their position as a powerhouse in Asian and world football.