Japan’s World Cup 2026 Preview: Samurai Blue Faces Ongoing Challenges, Hopes for Historic Run

Japan’s men’s national soccer team is heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup bolstered by victories against powerhouses Brazil last year and England this year.

The Samurai Blue squad has been called the strongest yet, but it will have to meet the challenges of an injured Mitoma Kaoru and falling team popularity at home. ...