
Japan considers short‑term extension for Hajime Moriyasu ahead of Asian Cup
The Japan Football Association is weighing a short‑term contract for Hajime Moriyasu as the Samurai Blue aim for Asian Cup glory in Saudi Arabia.
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The Japan Football Association is weighing a short‑term contract for Hajime Moriyasu as the Samurai Blue aim for Asian Cup glory in Saudi Arabia.

Topps is testing unsealed boxes of sports cards to prevent profit‑driven resale, a move that could change how collectors buy and experience trading cards.

Dante Moore and Dakorien Moore, the Oregon Ducks’ top‑ranked receiving tandem, are preparing for a 2026 season that could cement their status as the nation’s most potent pair.

When Shohei Ohtani took the mound for the Los Angeles Angels, his performance was more than a game; it was a quiet beacon for a historian coping with the death of his wife, Anna.

A look at the distinguished coaching lineup, their storied careers, and the philosophy they bring to the next generation of baseball talent.

Japan's national football side touched down after a World Cup exit, with manager Hajime Moriyasu thanking supporters while hinting at an uncertain future, as the Japan Football Association considers his renewal for the Asian Cup.

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Live updates and analyses from the second day of the 2026 World Cup’s round of 32 highlight standout performances, surprising lineups, and the growing cultural impact of the tournament across North America.

Christine Sinclair, Canada's all‑time leading scorer, expresses confidence in the men's national team's World Cup campaign while underscoring the challenges and opportunities shaping soccer's future in the country.

On June 29, 2026, more than a thousand Brazilian supporters marched to NRG Stadium in Houston, blending chants, blessings and hopes for a historic victory against Japan.

Under Hajime Moriyasu, Japan will meet Brazil in a knockout‑stage clash, seeking their first victory in this phase while Brazil's Carlo Ancelotti brings a record‑breaking managerial résumé.

Twenty-four students from the Yonsei Basketball Association will travel to Japan this summer for a program that combines basketball, community engagement, and cultural experiences in Kochi, Tokyo, Hiroshima, and Osaka.

A look at how high‑grade baseball magazines have become coveted collectibles, with iconic issues selling for hundreds of thousands of dollars.

With Carlo Ancelotti at the helm, Brazil aims to overturn a prior loss to Japan while navigating a depleted squad and historic connections through Zico.

The Oregon Ducks’ Tokyo stop features a Heisman‑focused campaign, billboard displays and a giant inflatable Duck, while fans flood the streets with autograph requests and cheers.

Brazil and Japan meet again in the World Cup’s second round, this time with Ancelotti’s side aiming to overturn a 3-2 loss while Japan contends with key injuries.

Brazil and Japan meet again in the World Cup’s opening knockout stage, a rematch that revives a rivalry shaped by Zico’s legacy, key player comebacks, and divergent preparation paths.

The Oregon Ducks' Tokyo stop blends gridiron action, billboard hype, and enthusiastic local supporters, underscoring the sport's growing global reach.

The Ethical Hoopers, a new basketball influencer team, will debut at Hoopfest, the world’s largest 3‑on‑3 tournament, to promote a style of play built on teamwork, fundamentals and sportsmanship.

EA Sports has awarded Moore a 95 overall rating, the highest among quarterbacks, marking a dramatic rise from his previous obscurity.
With a recent friendly win and an unbeaten run, Japan’s coach Hajime Moriyasu sees a chance to finally break the knockout curse, while Zico hails the team’s tactical growth and Asian ambition.

With a historic friendly victory still fresh, Japan’s squad prepares for a high‑stakes encounter in Houston, where coach Moriyasu expects Brazil’s motivation to be sky‑high.

Koki Hamada, a Tokyo‑born defender, combines a 3.72 GPA with a historic postseason run, earning multiple conference accolades.

Koki Hamada, a men's soccer player from the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo, has been named the Pacific West Conference Men’s Soccer Co-Scholar-Athlete of the Year for his academic and athletic achievements.