Spotted: Leeds ace produces 'World-class' moment in warm-up before Leeds v Plymouth

Graham Smyth spotted Ao Tanaka produce a “world-class” piece of skill during the warm-ups before Leeds United beat Plymouth Argyle on Saturday. The...
MOTLEEDSNEWS.COM 2 hours ago

Kyogo Set for Deserved Japan Recall

Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi is set for a deserved recall to the Japanese international set-up. It comes amid a congenial start to the season,...
CELTS ARE HERE 10 hours ago

Everton vs. Chelsea, Women's Super League: Preview, team news, how to watch

Photo by Harriet Lander - Chelsea FC/Chelsea FC via Getty ImagesBack in (club) action Following two weeks of international break, Chelsea return to...
WEAINTGOTNOHISTORY 12 hours ago

‘Unbelievable s***housery’ – Fans stunned as Bristol City score after outrageous deliberate handball to beat keeper

FANS were left stunned after Bristol City scored an outrageously controversial goal against Preston North End. Robins star Yu Hirakawa deliberately...
THESUN.IE 24 hours ago

Maarten Paes Receives Indonesia National Team Call-Up for November 2024

FRISCO, Texas (November 1, 2024) – FC Dallas goalkeeper Maarten Paes has been called up for Indonesia’s men's national team FIFA World Cup Asian...
FC DALLAS OFFICIAL SITE Nov 2

Seko starts for Potters against Rams

Seko starts first Championship game Junho restored to starting XI Wilmot makes 200th club career appearance Stoke City’s Japanese midfielder...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Nov 2

Celtic news bulletin as next Champions League opponents tipped to dish out a pasting and Kyogo set for Japan joy

The Hoops return to European action in midweek as they look to build on their Bergamo draw
DAILY RECORD Nov 2

Celtic v Aberdeen – Kyogo a big game specialist, Hampden is his stage

Form is temporary class is permanent. That is also true in the case of Kyogo. Writing him off would be very foolish indeed…. Kyogo is very much a...
THE CELTIC STAR Nov 2

Talking Horses | City Of Troy two minutes away from legendary status at Breeders' Cup

All-conquering trainer calls the colt the ‘best I've trained' but he needs to prove it against all the odds Before there were international...
THE GUARDIAN Nov 1

Training Report: Bayern Munich taking it slow with Hiroki Ito; Dayot Upamecano should be available this weekend; Michael Olise trains alone; Sven Ulreich, Daniel Peretz hit the pitch

Photo by M. Donato/FC Bayern via Getty ImagesBayern Munich is prepping to face Union Berlin... According to a report from Bild (as captured by...
BAVARIAN FOOTBALL WORKS Nov 1

Young Lionesses ready to face Spain after gutsy run in Under-17 World Cup

Natalie Henderson's side meet La Roja in Thursday's semi-final after a shootout victory over Japan in the last eight Character, grit, resilience –...
THE GUARDIAN Oct 31

Celts remain on top with 2-0 win

SPFL Wednesday, October 30 Celtic Park, Glasgow CELTIC…2 (Johnston 60, Engels 65) DUNDEE…0 Two second half goals against a resolute Dundee side at...
CELTICFC.COM Oct 30

Aston Villa 1-2 Crystal Palace: Daichi Kamada fires Eagles into last eight of Carabao Cup to ease the pressure on Oliver Glasner - but visitors lose TWO key players to injury

ROSS HEPPENSTALL AT VILLA PARK: Japan midfielder Kamada did not start the game but how he finished, replacing the injured goalscorer Eberechi Eze...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Oct 30

Aston Villa 1 Crystal Palace 2: Champions League leaders dumped out of Carabao Cup as struggling Eagles reach quarters

UNAI EMERY’S high-flying Aston Villa were brought crashing back to earth by a Kamada of errors. Villa had been nigh on unbeatable this season,...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Oct 30

First image of Steve Coogan and Éanna Hardwicke as Mick McCarthy and Roy Keane in film about World Cup exit controversy

Fans have been offered a first look at the upcoming Saipan movie on Ireland captain Roy Keane's controversial exit from the 2002 World Cup in Japan.
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Oct 30

Breeders’ Cup betting offer: Get £30 in free bets with Paddy Power

The Breeders’ Cup kicks off on Friday for a weekend of top-class racing in the US at Del Mar Racecourse. And Paddy Power are offering new customers...
TALKSPORT Oct 30

First image of Steve Coogan and Éanna Hardwicke as Mick McCarthy and Roy Keane in Saipan revealed

Fans have been offered a first look at the upcoming Saipan movie on Ireland captain Roy Keane’s controversial exit from the 2002 World Cup in Japan.
INDEPENDENT.IE Oct 30

Aidan O'Brien can lay siege on big race at the Breeders' Cup with classy City of Troy

City of Troy can conquer California for Aidan O'Brien (Picture: PA Wire)Top trainer Aidan O'Brien has been bullish in California ahead of the...
METRO.CO.UK Oct 30

Endo Likely to Start Against Brighton

Photo by Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesThe Japan captain's readiness and mentality was praised by his head coach ahead of the midweek...
SBNATION.COM Oct 30

AFC Women's Player of the Year 2023 Seike: The belief I had in myself was justified

Seoul: Kiko Seike's sensational 2023/24 season reached its peak when the Japanese forward was bestowed with the AFC Women's Player of the Year on...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 30

Afif and Seike feted as Asia's best at dazzling AFC Annual Awards

Seoul: Qatar icon Akram Afif and Japan star Kiko Seike were crowned the AFC Player of the Year in the men's and women's categories respectively on...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 29

Arsenal’s Laila Harbert on her hopes for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup & Russo’s support

Arsenal youngster Laila Harbert is captaining the England U-17s at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic. Since 2016, when...
JUSTARSENAL.COM Oct 29

AFC Coach of the Year (Men) 2023: Go Oiwa

Seoul: Japan's Go Oiwa made history on Tuesday at the AFC Annual Awards Seoul 2023 by becoming the first two-time recipient of the AFC Coach of the...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 29

3 Arsenal players start as England u17 reach Women World Cup semi-finals

Young Lionesses beat Japan on penalties after 2-2 draw, with goalkeeper Rebekah Dowsett’s late introduction key to England’s victory. England to...
DAILYCANNON Oct 29

Liverpool FC Women's Zara Shaw Drives England U17s to World Cup Semifinals

Photo by Buda Mendes - FIFA/FIFA via Getty ImagesThe young midfielder scored the goal to knot the match with Japan at 2-2 in regulation before...
SBNATION.COM Oct 29

Didi Hamann names fringe player who will be key for Liverpool despite playing three Premier League minutes

Former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann revealed who he believes will become an unsung hero for the club over the coming months. The Reds continued...
TALKSPORT Oct 28

Why David Dickinson and Alan Muir have serious questions to answer

David Dickinson and Alan Muir have serious questions to answer after their handling of the Daizen Maeda penalty controversy at Fir Park yesterday...
THE CELTIC STAR Oct 28

AFC Women's Player of the Year Award 2023: Vine, Seike and Kim fight for top honours

Seoul: A new icon will emerge to claim the AFC Women's Player of the Year award tomorrow, October 29, where Australia's Cortnee Vine, Kiko Seike of...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 28

England reach FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup semis after shoot-out

England twice came from behind to force penalties against Japan in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals before going through 4-1 in the...
SHEKICKS Oct 28

Q-final: Penalty heartbreak for Japan

Santo Domingo: Japan's FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024 hopes were dashed after a 4-1 penalty shootout defeat to England on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Oct 28

Qualifiers - Group F: Japan 5-0 Qatar; Mongolia 1-0 Nepal

Doha: Japan cruised to the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Finals after defeating Qatar 5-0 in their Qualifiers Group F tie on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Oct 27

Celts on top with 3-0 Fir Park win

SPFLSunday, October 27Fir Park, MotherwellMOTHERWELL… 0 CELTIC… 2(McCowan 27, Johnston 67, Idah 87 ) After a solid performance and a good result in...
CELTICFC.COM Oct 27

James McFadden's Shocking Take on Celtic Penalty Claim

Neil Lennon and James McFadden debated VAR official Alan Muir’s decision not to send referee David Dickinson to the VAR monitor to review Stephen...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 27

Celtic Denied Clear Penalty After Shocking VAR Blunder vs. Motherwell

Celtic have been on the receiving end of an almighty VAR mess-up, with a Daizen Maeda goal ruled out for handball. However, the handball isn't...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 27

Liverpool FC Women International Roundup

Photo by Nikola Krstic/MB Media/Getty ImagesEight Reds were in action for their national teams on Friday and Saturday, with Taylor Hinds getting...
SBNATION.COM Oct 27

Nintendo Switch 18-game bundle worth £32 plunges in price – and players say it ‘puts other titles to shame’

AN 18-game bundle for Nintendo Switch has plunged in price, much to the delight of users. The package has received overwhelmingly positive reviews...
THE SUN Oct 27

Preview - Q-final: Japan v England

Santo Domingo: Japan will be determined to not fall at the quarter-final stage for the third consecutive edition when they play England in their...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 26

Qualifiers - Group F: Nepal 0-5 Qatar; Mongolia 0-7 Japan

Doha: Japan and Qatar are set for a final day showdown after both won their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Qualifiers Group F ties on Friday.
THE-AFC.COM Oct 25

Meet Yakuza's Kiryu actor from football prodigy to model and Detective Pikachu star

Amazon's new series follows the journey of Kazuma Kiryu and his rise through the ranks of the Yakuza in Japan - but what about the man behind the...
DAILY RECORD Oct 25

Premier League title winner ‘set for £25million pay-off’ after losing football’s highest-paid job

Roberto Mancini will receive a whopping eight-figure compensation payout for the early termination of his contract as Saudi Arabia manager,...
TALKSPORT Oct 25

Japan stay top

Kuala Lumpur: Japan maintained their place as the highest ranked Asian side in the last FIFA Ranking update released on Thursday. 
THE-AFC.COM Oct 24

Group D: Japan advance in style

Santo Domingo: Japan booked their spot in the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024 quarter-finals after an impressive 4-1 win over...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23

Qualifiers - Group F: Qatar 2-0 Mongolia; Japan 9-2 Nepal

Doha: Qatar were made to work hard before securing a 2-0 win against Mongolia in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Qualifiers Group F...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23

Japanese international starts as Luton make one change from Watford to face Sunderland

Championship: Luton Town v Sunderland
LUTON TODAY Oct 23

Tomoki Iwata nets another stunner as Celtic's one that got away leaves Birmingham teammates shocked

Tomoki Iwata could be described as the one that got away at Celtic. The Japanese midfielder had been J League player of the year before...
67 HAIL HAIL Oct 23

Group E - MD3: Sanfrecce Hiroshima (JPN) 2-1 Sydney FC (AUS)

Hiroshima: Japan's Sanfrecce Hiroshima remained peerless in Group E of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 after handing Sydney FC a 2-1 defeat...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23

MD3: Ulsan HD (KOR) 0-2 Vissel Kobe (JPN)

Ulsan: Taisei Miyashiro scored twice as Vissel Kobe deepened Ulsan HD's misery in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Wednesday with the...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23

AFC-JFA Pro-Diploma Course offers new opportunities for elite female coaches

Chiba: The pilot edition of the AFC-JFA Pro-Diploma Course for Elite Female Coaches kicked off on October 18, 2024, in Japan's Chiba Prefecture,...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23

Monaco 5-1 Red Star Belgrade: Minamino brace helps hosts thrash Serbian side

Monaco thrashed Red Star Belgrade 5-1 at home on Tuesday to move onto seven points after three matches in the Champions League. Japan international...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Oct 22

Video: Celtic summer departure scores stunning volley for new club

Celtic summer export Tomoki Iwata appears to be enjoying his move to English football. The Japanese midfielder scored a stunning goal in...
THE CELTIC STAR Oct 22

Watch: Tomoki Iwata Scores Stunner for Birmingham

Tomoki Iwata is proving his worth at Birmingham City after leaving Celtic this past summer, notching his fourth goal of the season in a 2-0 victory...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 22

Golf tips and predictions for the Zozo Championship and the Genesis Championship

Does Xander Schauffele have one more win in him, at the end of a year that has seen him capture two Major titles, and show an incredible level of...
THE SUN Oct 22

Preview - Group D: Zambia v Japan

Santo Domingo: Head coach Sadayoshi Shirai will not change Japan's playing style despite the East Asian side facing Zambia in a crucial FIFA U-17...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 22

Callum McGregor reflects on Aberdeen game and ahead to Atalanta

Skipper Callum McGregor believes his side done enough to defeat Aberdeen on Saturday despite the Hoops blowing a two goal lead… A terrific...
THE CELTIC STAR Oct 21

Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta immediately lands new job after retiring from football aged 40

ANDRES INIESTA is already looking to land a new job after retiring from football. The 40-year-old announced he was hanging up his boots earlier...
THE SUN Oct 21

Atalanta v Celtic – “Definitely I will have the chances,” Kyogo

Celtic striker Kyogo turned his attention to the Champions League and the trip to Italy to play last season’s Europa League winners on Wednesday...
THE CELTIC STAR Oct 21

‘I NEED TO IMPROVE,’ KYOGO AIMS TO FILL IN THE BLANKS

KYOGO FURUHASHI is determined to shoot down a sequence of blanks if he gets the opportunity against Atalanta in Bergamo on Wednesday. The prollfic...
CELTIC QUICK NEWS Oct 21

Chris Sutton Gives Aberdeen Title Race Verdict

Former Celtic striker turned pundit Chris Sutton has given his verdict on Aberdeen and whether they are currently in a title race with the Hoops....
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 21

England fightback to reach FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals

England came from 2-1 down to beat Mexico 4-2 and reach the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Group C – North Korea 3-0 Kenya,...
SHEKICKS Oct 21

Reo Hatate’s Hilarious Birthday Message to Daizen Maeda

Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate took to Instagram on Sunday to hilariously wish his teammate and fellow Japanese international Daizen Maeda a happy...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 21

Group D: Japan 2-1 Brazil

Santo Domingo: Japan battled from behind to beat Brazil 2-1 and leave themselves on the brink of a quarter-final place at the FIFA U-17 Women's...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 20

Kyogo sets sights on unlocking Atalanta suffocating style as Celtic gear up for crunch Champions League tie

The Japanese star is desperate to have a crack at reigning Europa League winners Atalanta on Wednesday
DAILY RECORD Oct 20

Callum McGregor Reckons Celtic ‘Did enough’ to Beat Aberdeen

Celtic captain Callum McGregor thinks the Hoops did more than enough to beat Aberdeen on Saturday afternoon. Despite leading 2-0 at the break, the...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 20

Watch: Reo Hatate And Kyogo Goals Inspire 2-0 Lead At The Break

Celtic lead Aberdeen 2-0 at half-time at Celtic Park, thanks to goals from Reo Hatate and Kyogo Furuhashi. A top-of-the-table clash has brought out...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 19

Lewis Miller is back and full of confidence after scoring his first goal for the Australia

Hibs defender Lewis Miller is back in Scotland full of confidence after scoring his first goal for the Australia National Team.  The 24-year-old...
THE EDINBURGH REPORTER Oct 19

Preview - Group D: Japan v Brazil

Santo Domingo: Japan will have to go for broke when they face Brazil in Group D of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Oct 19

“We really need him” – 25-year-old Arsenal star suffers injury setback admits Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta confirmed during his press conference on Friday that Arsenal will be without Takehiro Tomiyasu for some time as the defender has...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Oct 18

‘It’s not the SPL’ – Ange Postecoglou sent warning about Tottenham comments by ex-Arsenal man

Ange Postecoglou may have insisted he usually wins silverware in his second season at clubs, but Jermaine Pennant is less convinced. The Tottenham...
TALKSPORT Oct 18

The Opposition: Bristol City

Boro return to action after the international break with a home game against Bristol City. Ahead of the Sky Bet Championship clash at the...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Oct 18

England kick off U-17 Women’s World Cup with win over Kenya

England beat Kenya 2-0 in their opening FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup group stage game in the Dominican Republic. Group C – North Korea 4-1 Mexico,...
SHEKICKS Oct 18

Group D: Japan 0-0 Poland

Santo Domingo: Japan begin their bid for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024 title with a 0-0 draw against Poland in their...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 17

Club ‘like’ Brighton star but may get priced out – Part of bigger plan to reinforce recruitment

Brighton are no strangers to making low-key moves where talent can be signed for lesser transfer fees. Kaoru Mitoma is an example of that, with the...
SPORT WITNESS Oct 17

Should Arsenal just give up on Tomiyasu and move him on after latest setback?

Setback for Tomiyasu should be the final straw for the Gunners. The Japanese international started life brightly with Gunners after his £19million...
JUSTARSENAL.COM Oct 17

Maneki become principal partner

Sheffield United Football Club is delighted to announce a new principal partner for the 2024-25 season, Maneki. The Maneki-neko logo will adorn the...
SHEFFIELD UTD OFFICIAL SITE Oct 17

Celtic star Reo Hatate lifts lid on showdown talks with Japan boss after travelling THIRTY THOUSAND miles

CELTIC ace Reo Hatate has revealed he’s had a “personal conversation” with the Japan manager after travelling almost 30,000 miles in the past month...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Oct 17

Reo Hatate Has ‘Personal conversations’ With Hajime Moriyasu Amidst Lack of Japan Minutes

Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate has revealed he has had ‘personal conversations’ with Japan boss Hajime Moriyasu amidst his continual lack of...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 17

Foley increases multi-club model with tentacles reaching Japan

American businessman and AFC Bournemouth owner Bill Foley has never been quiet in his desire to build a multi-club model with the Cherries at the...
VITAL FOOTBALL Oct 17

Daizen Maeda Explains Why He is ‘Most happy’ as a Wing Back

Celtic’s Daizen Maeda has recently spoken about his happiness playing as a wing-back for Japan despite typically featuring in a more advanced role...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 17

Match Recap: Japan v Socceroos

FOOTBALLNEWS Oct 16

My dad’s one of tennis’ GOATs… here’s what footballers with famous fathers have to do to succeed

LEO BORG has offered some words of wisdom to Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s son as he looks to make his way up the football ranks. The 21-year-old’s dad is...
THE SUN Oct 16

Injury Watch: Endo a Doubt for Chelsea After Missing Game Against Australia

Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesMeanwhile, Alexis Mac Allister looks to be over his niggle as he played against Bolivia. Liverpool FC midfielder...
SBNATION.COM Oct 16

Japan lead AFC Women's Club Competition Mid-Season Rankings

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the latest AFC Women's Club Competition Mid-Season Rankings, with Japan taking...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 16

Liverpool Internationals: Robertson and Jota Stalemate

Photo by Euan Cherry/Getty ImagesPlus, lots of youth in action last night. Liverpool FC players were in international action last night. We begin...
SBNATION.COM Oct 16
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