Japan national football team
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Japan national football team, translated into English and compared across sources. 23 recent stories.
Why Curaçao’s celebrated World Cup shirt may never be worn
Curaçao’s yellow away shirt has been widely praised ahead of the 2026 World Cup, but FIFA rules may keep it off the pitch. Because Curaçao’s group opponents do not clash with its…
Israel’s World Cup Problem Is Not Asia, It Is Its Own Football Culture
A Hebrew opinion piece argues Israel should stop blaming Asia for its World Cup absence. It says Asian football has improved greatly, and Israel’s real problem is its own lack of…
World Cup Day 15: Curaçao Chases History, Japan Faces Sweden in a Direct Clash
Day 15 of the 2026 World Cup features decisive group matches that will send more teams into the round of 32. Curaçao can make history with its first-ever win, Japan and Sweden mee…
Germany snatch late win as the Netherlands and Japan rack up big World Cup victories
Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 with a 94th-minute goal in a World Cup 2026 knockout-stage step forward. The Netherlands thrashed Sweden 5-1, Japan beat Tunisia 4-0, and Curaçao earn…
Japan Rout Tunisia 4-0 in the 1,000th World Cup Match
Japan beat Tunisia 4-0 in the 1,000th match in World Cup history. Daichi Kamada, Ayase Ueda with two goals, and Takefusa Ito scored for Japan.
Netherlands Enjoys World Cup Momentum but Worries About Defensive Gaps
The Netherlands followed its 5-1 win over Sweden with another strong attacking display, led by Brian Brobbey’s rapid brace. Dutch media praised the team’s title potential but warn…
Japan Denied by a Millimeter in Dramatic World Cup Moment
Japan came agonizingly close to scoring against Tunisia in Monterrey during the 2026 World Cup. Takehiro Tomiyasu’s effort was saved by Aymen Dahmen and goal-line technology showe…
Sweden Crushed 5-1 by Netherlands in Worst World Cup Loss Since 1950
Sweden lost 5-1 to the Netherlands on Saturday, drawing fierce criticism in the Swedish media. The defeat was its heaviest at a World Cup since 1950 and left Sweden on three point…
Netherlands Rout Sweden 5-1 to Near World Cup Knockout Spot
The Netherlands beat Sweden 5-1 in Houston in the second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage. Brereton and Gakpo scored twice each, Summerville added the fifth, and the result…
Bloomfield Stadium chief doubts Israeli fans will ever clean up like Japanese supporters
Bloomfield Stadium CEO Yaakov Chen said he doubts Israeli fans will ever match Japanese supporters who cleaned a World Cup stand after a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in Texas. He…
Tunisian Federation Set to Hire Hervé Renard Amid World Cup Crisis
Tunisia is expected to appoint Hervé Renard as coach after firing Sami Trabelsi following a 5-1 loss to Sweden. The federation is offering him a role that could continue beyond th…
Reports: Tunisia Sacks Coach After 5-1 Loss to Sweden
Tunisia have reportedly dismissed coach Sami Trabelsi after a 5-1 loss to Sweden in Monterrey. Former international Wahbi Khazri is expected to serve as interim coach while Tunisi…
World Cup stories go beyond the pitch, from fan culture to political protests
The World Cup has produced stories beyond football, including fan culture, historic results and political protests. Japan's supporters, Curaçao's historic debut and demonstrations…
Japan’s unusual time-board tactic grabs attention in World Cup draw with Netherlands
Japan drew 2-2 with the Netherlands in its 2026 World Cup opener in Dallas after Daichi Kamada scored late. Coach Hajime Moriyasu’s staff drew attention by showing players a board…
Japan’s scoreboard trick turns heads after dramatic World Cup draw with the Netherlands
Japan drew 2-2 with the Netherlands in Dallas in its 2026 World Cup opener, with Daichi Kamada scoring a late equalizer. The match also drew attention for coach Hajime Moriyasu’s…
Japanese Fans Go Viral for Cleaning Stadium and Keeping Street Celebrations Orderly
Japanese fans became viral after the 2026 World Cup match against the Netherlands by cleaning their stadium section with trash bags. In Tokyo’s Shibuya district, supporters also p…
World Cup Night Delivers Late Drama, History and a Touching Tribute
Japan drew 2-2 with the Netherlands, Ivory Coast beat Ecuador 1-0 with a 90th-minute goal, and Sweden thrashed Tunisia 5-1 at the 2026 World Cup. The night also featured milestone…
Sweden rout Tunisia 5-1 as Ayari, Isak and Gyökeres shine in World Cup opener
Sweden beat Tunisia 5-1 in Monterrey in its World Cup opener, with Viktor Gyökeres, Alexander Isak and Yasin Ayari starring. The result puts Sweden top of Group F after one match…
Dutch media criticize Koeman after costly tactical retreat against Japan
The Netherlands drew 2-2 with Japan in a World Cup group-stage match, extending its long unbeaten runs in openers and group play. Virgil van Dijk scored his first World Cup goal…
Japan and the Netherlands Draw 2-2 in World Cup Opener
Japan and the Netherlands drew 2-2 in their opening World Cup 2026 Group F match in Arlington. Virgil van Dijk and Crisencio Somerville scored for the Netherlands, while Kaito Nak…
Why Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki has such an unusual name
Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki stood out at the World Cup against the Netherlands, not only for his performance but also for his unusual Hebrew name. The article explains that he wa…
Germany and the Netherlands Open World Cup Campaigns in Key Matches
Germany begins its World Cup 2026 campaign against Curaçao in Houston at 20:00, while the Netherlands meet Japan in Dallas at 23:00. Curaçao will make a historic debut under Dick…
Japanese Expert Predicts a Heavy Japan Win Over the Netherlands
Japanese journalist Turo Nakata predicts the Netherlands will suffer a heavy defeat to Japan in Sunday’s World Cup match in Arlington, Texas. Nakata, who has covered Japanese play…