Takehiro Tomiyasu can be the answer to Arsenal's defensive woes
After a steady debut for Arsenal in the weekend's win over Norwich, Takehiro Tomiyasu could prove to be the answer to Mikel Arteta's defensive woes.
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
Can Asian stars Takefusa Kubo, Lee Kang-in take next step with Mallorca in LaLiga?
Two of Asia's hottest prospects will line up together for Mallorca in LaLiga this season, but can they both take their careers to the next level?
Takefusa Kubo faces pivotal third season away from Real Madrid
While it is not a make-or-break year, Takefusa Kubo's third season out on loan could be pivotal to his long-term prospects at Real Madrid.
Real Madrid send Japan starlet Takefusa Kubo on loan to Mallorca
Real Madrid's Japanese starlet Takefusa Kubo will spend a third consecutive season out on loan after joining Mallorca for the 2021-22 season.
Japan's Kaoru Mitoma earns move to Premier League with Brighton
Japan international Kaoru Mitoma has earned a move to Premier League outfit Brighton but will spend the coming season on loan in Belgium.
Japan falls to Mexico in the bronze medal match
Japan again fell short in its quest to win its first Olympic medal in men's football since 1968 following a 3-1 defeat to Mexico.
Mexico beat Japan in men's bronze medal match
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Japan's quest for gold comes to an end but historic Olympic medal still beckons
Japan can still claim a historic bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics even if their quest for gold was ended by Spain in Tuesday's semi-finals.
Spain reach Olympics final with dramatic winner
Marco Asensio scored an extra-time winner to give Spain a 1-0 win against Japan at the Miyagi Stadium in Rifu on Tuesday.
Having seen off the rest, Japan must now beat the best in Olympic gold medal quest
Japan face a tough test against Spain in the semi-finals of the men's football at the Tokyo Olympics as they continue their gold medal quest.
Kubo: Japan's destiny to play Spain at Olympics
Japan playmaker Takefusa Kubo is ready to give Spanish football a reminder of why he already has had spells at the country's biggest clubs.
Japan maintain perfect record with NZ win
Hosts Japan displayed nerves of steel as they edged out New Zealand 4-2 in a penalty shootout to reach the men's Olympic football semifinals.
Japan just about got the job done to reach Olympic semis and that's all that matters
It was not pretty but Japan did enough to see off New Zealand in the quarter-finals of the Olympics men's football - and that's all that matters.
Steely backfield with youthful attack could be gold-winning formula for Japan
With the right blend of defensive experience and youthful flair, Japan may have found the key to unlocking gold at the Olympics.
Japan enhance gold medal credentials, South Korea also advance to Olympic quarters
Japan and South Korea will once again represent Asia in Olympic Games men's football after both qualified for the quarterfinals.
Japan close in on Olympics quarters. Could South Korea join them?
South Korea and Japan flew the flag for Asia in Olympics men's football on Sunday, but there was less joy for Saudi Arabia and Australia.
Ten-man Mexico beaten by quick-fire Japan
Takefusa Kubo and Ritsu Doan scored in the opening 11 minutes to lead Japan to a 2-1 victory over Mexico in men's Olympic soccer on Sunday.
Takefusa Kubo ready to take Olympics by storm after leading Japan to opening win
After his match-winning contribution in Japan's 1-0 win over South Africa, Takefusa Kubo looks ready to shine on the Olympic stage.
2020 Oly Ladder
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan U23 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| Mexico U23 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
| France U23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -6 | 3 |
| South Africa U23 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| South Korea U23 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +9 | 6 |
| New Zealand U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Romania U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 4 |
| Honduras U23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -6 | 3 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Spain U23 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Egypt U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| Argentina U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Australia U23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Brazil U23 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| Ivory Coast U23 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Germany U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Saudi Arabia U23 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
2020 Team LeadersMen's Olympic Tournament
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsMen's Olympic Tournament
Goal Difference35th
Goals Scored85th
Assists55th
Goals Conceded5Tied-7th