Possibility of Illegal Drug Use Among Soccer Club Members of Ryutsu Keizai University; Indefinite Suspension of Activities
Five members of the soccer club at Ryutsu Keizai University are suspected of using illegal drugs and have been indefinitely suspended from activities.
Soccer J2 Montedio Yamagata President Threatens Local Newspaper Reporter
The president of J2 soccer team Montedio Yamagata allegedly threatened a local newspaper reporter, leading to public apology and defense of journalistic integrity from the newspaper.
Japan's World Cup Base Will Be in Nashville, USA; Heat Measures Ahead of Time in Mexico
Japan's national soccer team will set up their World Cup base in Nashville, Tennessee, and will conduct pre-camp heat acclimatization in Monterrey, Mexico.
Studying in Japan, going to bed at 7 PM due to concentration - Commentary by Ben Maybury
Ben Maybury, a well-known soccer commentator who has lived in Japan for over 20 years, discusses his journey of studying Japanese and his motivation behind learning the language.
Grandparents' Wishes Crushed in Dotonbori: 17-Year-Old "Heir" Mourned by 500 Attendees
A 17-year-old, Ryuunosuke Kamata, was tragically killed in a stabbing incident in Dotonbori, leaving his family and community in mourning.
J-League Century Vision League Half of the Matches Decided by Penalties: Background on Issues in Japanese Soccer
The J-League Century Vision League has adopted a different format this year, with half of its matches decided by penalty shootouts due to ongoing issues in Japanese soccer.
World Cup 2026: when the 1,000th match will be played and which teams will face each other
The 2026 World Cup will mark the 1,000th official match in the history of the tournament, featuring Japan vs Tunisia on June 20, 2026.
Transgender Sports Teams Are Growing: A Safe Space Free from Discrimination and Prejudice
Transgender soccer teams are emerging in South America, providing safe spaces for individuals to play comfortably without facing discrimination or prejudice.
Injuries abound for the Japan national soccer team, captain Wataru Endo also injured, raising concerns for the World Cup
The Japan national soccer team faces multiple injuries, including that of captain Wataru Endo, just ahead of the World Cup in June.
Kazuyoshi Miura Starts in J-League Opening Match at 58 Years and 11 Months, Setting Record for Oldest Player in Official Matches
Kazuyoshi Miura, at 58 years and 11 months, started in the J-League opening match for Fukushima, setting a record for the oldest player in official matches.
Two Teams from the Bombed Area Hold a 'Peace Match', Opening of the Soccer Century Concept League
The Meiji Yasuda J-League Century Concept League opened with a 'Peace Match' between V-Varen Nagasaki and Sanfrecce Hiroshima in Nagasaki, both based in post-war bombed locations, emphasizing a message of peace.
Soccer Player 'Boku Ao' Yuho Aoki Talks About Off-Ball Movement References
Yuho Aoki, a 22-year-old member of the idol group 'Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora,' shares insights on soccer tactics and his excitement for Chiba's promotion back to J1 after 17 years.