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Leeds United have been linked with signing Zion Suzuki, with the Japanese goalkeeper enjoying quite the rise in recent years.

Former Ivory Coast star Gradel insists Tunisia's World Cup situation is 'not desperate' as Renard prepares for his first game in charge against Japan.

Shin Yamada’s Celtic career appears to be heading towards an early conclusion. The Japanese forward arrived at Parkhead with promise last summer...

Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman says that Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is a doubt for his team's World Cup clash with Sweden due to injury....

Ronald Koeman could make one change as Dutch aim to improve on Japan draw

Friday's USA vs. Australia match in Seattle was one of the most spectacular sporting events I've ever had the privilege to attend. From the...

Japan step onto the pitch at Estadio BBVA tonight, brimming with confidence following an impressive tournament opener. The Samurai Blue showed...

Leeds United will look to sign 23-year-old Japanese international Zion Suzuki from Serie A club Parma in the summer transfer window. The post Leeds...

Tunisia arrive at Estadio BBVA tonight in desperate need of a response after a calamitous tournament opener. The Eagles of Carthage collapsed...

Tunisia and Japan meet at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe in the early hours of Sunday morning for one of the most significant fixtures of the group...

Netherlands and Sweden meet at NRG Stadium in Houston on Saturday evening with both sides well aware of what is at stake in Group F. The Oranje...

Netherlands arrive at NRG Stadium in Houston this evening in need of a significant response following a frustrating tournament opener. Ronald...

Keito Nakamura was not guaranteed to start for Japan. But he is now emerging as a pivotal figure.

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu wants his side to match Tunisia's expected increase in intensity when ⁠the teams meet on Saturday in the 1,000th match...

Tunisia faces Japan this Sunday at 6:00 AM CET. The match will be played at...

Ahead of Sunday's World Cup clash between Tunisia and Japan, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between the two...

John McGinn fired Scotland to victory against Haiti in their opening game (Picture: Getty) Scotland fans are daring to dream ahead of their second...

Leeds United will look to sign 23-year-old Japanese international Zion Suzuki from Serie A club Parma this summer. The post Leeds United rival...

Leeds United may be willing to let Karl Darlow become a free agent in the ongoing transfer window.The Wales international's current contract at the...

Leeds United handed transfer incentive with Japan forward Ayase Ueda 'open' to Premier League move

Ronald Koeman could make one change as Netherlands aim to improve on Japan draw

Nicky Butt rated Man Utd’s move for a West Ham star (Photo: Getty Images) Nicky Butt rates Manchester United’s pursuit of a World Cup star but...

Can Hervé Renard spark a Tunisian revival in the tournament's 1,000th match? Look ahead to Tunisia vs Japan in Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup...

Aston Villa are continuing to keep tabs on Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki with a view to striking a deal, sources have told Football Insider.The...

Japanese fan Hirochika Nakakuki became an internet sensation after his enthusiastic interview at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, showcasing football's...

Leeds United credited with interest in Aston Villa-linked Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki

West Ham United could be forced into selling Crysencio Summerville amid ongonig financial concerns at the London Stadium.Nuno Espirito Santo's side...

Virgil van Dijk seems close to the end of his career at Anfield as Liverpool pursue Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Micky van de Ven.The 34-year-old...

Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the 2026 World Cup clash between Tunisia and Japan.

TSG Hoffenheim have reportedly made a €15 million offer for NEC Nijmegen's Kodai Sano.

Leeds United are said to be assessing their goalkeeper department this summer, with Lucas Perri a possible casualty.The Whites brought Perri to...

Tunisia's Group F clash against Japan on Friday at Monterrey Stadium will be the 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history.The milestone comes during...

Guadalupe: Japan know there is no room for error when they face a wounded Tunisia in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F tie at the Estadio Monterrey...

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Japan could line up for Sunday's 2026 World Cup Group F clash with Tunisia.

Sports Mole previews Sunday's 2026 World Cup Group F clash between Tunisia and Japan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

Leeds United are claimed to be one of the Premier League clubs interested in signing Parma and Japan The post Leeds United compile scouting report...

Hervé Renard has declared that the passion of the World Cup is what drew him to the Tunisia job, even as he acknowledged the monumental task ahead...

Leeds United and their goalkeeping department has been a match made in hell over recent years.Karl Darlow was a shining light last season, but it...

Leeds United are gathering information on Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, who is being scouted by Aston Villa at the World Cup. The post Leeds United...

Jude Bellingham admitted that sometimes he "deserves" the criticism that comes his way after starring in England's 4-2 win over Croatia at the 2026...

Find out the referee crew and official uniforms for Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina in their key 2026 FIFA World Cup Group B clash....

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Tunisia could line up for Sunday's 2026 World Cup Group F clash with Japan.

Celtic supporters have spent years explaining why Daizen Maeda offers far more than goals and assists. FIFA’s tracking data from Japan’s 2-2 World...

Qatar holding their own against Switzerland; Saudi Arabia shaking up Uruguay, Japan levelling against the Netherlands - the start of the 2026...

Celtic are keeping a close eye on Kawasaki Frontale striker Soma Kanda. Sources in Japan tell 67 Hail Hail that the 20-year-old is being...

The 2026 World Cup’s opening matches are complete, and it’s time to introduce the tournament’s Power Rankings. After each match day, we’ll rank the...

Borussia Mönchengladbach have completed the signing of Zento Uno from Shimizu S-Pulse.

Sebastian Tounekti says his Tunisia teammates will need to look out for Daizen Maeda when they meet Japan this weekend. Remarkably, Tunisia sacked...

Covering a tournament, my smartwatch showed my heart rate was 10-20 beats above normal. How luxurious to half-watchI fell asleep at some point...

Arlington: Daichi Kamada believes Japan's battling performance in their 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their Group F opener in Dallas at the FIFA...

Rafael van der Vaart has apologised after claiming Japan's players 'all look alike' during their World Cup draw with the Netherlands

Former Netherlands star Rafael van der Vaart landed himself in hot water with controversial remarks on Japan's team during his World Cup analysis...

Former Netherlands international Rafael van der Vaart has apologised for a joke about the Japan team, insisting there was ‘no racist or...

Former Netherlands midfielder Rafael van der Vaart has apologised for offensive comments made about Japan's national team during the 2026 World Cup.

Marcus Rashford will likely have to look for a way out of Manchester United in the ongoing transfer window.The England international has spent the...

Reo Hatate has been linked with a move to Kashima Antlers in his home country of Japan this summer. The Celtic midfielder was left out...

England have left a number of big names behind (Picture: Getty) England finally get their World Cup campaign underway tonight with a clash against...

Netherlands face a must-win clash at NRG Stadium after their Japan draw. Koeman's side are the pick despite Sweden's 5-1 opener. [...] The post...

Japan are the clear pick against a Tunisia side that shipped five goals on Matchday 1. Our Tunisia vs Japan World Cup 2026 predictions back...

Reo Hatate has been linked with a possible return to Japan as speculation over his Celtic future continues. The midfielder has been the subject of...

Ao Tanaka is the headline name who could miss the start of Leeds United's pre-season preparations.The Whites get their plans underway with a...

Morning. France versus Senegal started out in a fun way, with William Saliba starting, but as the first half went on, the French were a bit...

Manager confident match will showcase side's abilities‘We should play brave and to the strengths of the players'Thomas Tuchel has said the...

Japanese World Cup fans went viral on Sunday when Team Japan faced off against the Netherlands, which ended in a 2-2 draw. However, after the...

Ao Tanaka's future at Leeds United has looked uncertain heading into the summer, and news around Shea Charles may now all but show he could be on...

Daichi Kamada has praised the influence of Oliver Glasner after scoring a late equaliser for Japan against the Netherlands.

Japan midfielder Daichi Kamada credits former Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner for his transition into a defensive role following a late...

Crysencio Summerville is edging closer to a move away from West Ham United this summer with Premier League clubs readying offers.The 24-year-old...

Newcastle United have been told exactly why they should accelerate a move for Alessandro Circati by Australia manager Tony Popovic.The Magpies have...

Arsenal’s Viktor Gyokeres got on the scoresheet against Tunisia (Picture: Getty Images) Viktor Gyokeres was surprised to hear criticism of him in...

Roy Keane Praises Virgil van Dijk After Another Defining Moment for Netherlands Virgil van Dijk has built a career around timing. The timing of a...

It was not a positive World Cup outing for Teun Koopmeiners in the tournament being staged across the United States, Mexico and Canada. The...

Tunisia have sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi after a humiliating 5-1 World Cup loss to Sweden. Experienced French manager Hervé Renard takes over,...

Paco Jemez believes West Ham United have a unique player in Crysencio Summerville.The 24-year-old scored his first goal for the Netherlands in the...

Carrick’s midfield rebuild is well underway (Picture: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) Manchester United are interested in signing Fulham's Sander...

Leeds United star Wilfried Gnonto was among the well-wishers to reach out to West Ham's Crysencio Summerville following his World Cup bow.The pair...

Herve Renard will lead Tunisia for their last two World Cup Group F games, versus Japan and the Netherlands, after replacing Sabri Lamouchi. The...

Man Utd are interested in West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville (Picture: Getty) Manchester United have contacted West Ham to discuss a surprise move...

Tunisia’s French head coach Sabri Lamouchi has been sacked (Picture: Getty) Tunisia have sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi in the wake of their...

Wataru Endo Bids Farewell to Japan as Liverpool Future Comes Into Focus For many footballers, international retirement arrives with careful...

Ange Postecoglou may have downplayed his achievements in Japan, but his latest comments about Daizen Maeda tell a different story. The Celtic...

GOAL brings you everything you need to know about Tunisia vs Japan at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch impressed as the Netherlands drew 2-2 with Japan at the World Cup on Sunday evening

Arlington: Hajime Moriyasu admitted he had mixed feelings following Japan's 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F tie...

Iran arrive at the 2026 World Cup looking to be one of the revelations, and one can already begin thinking about their performance according to...

With over 24 hours having passed following the Netherlands' World Cup-opening match against Japan, it's time to look back and take our lessons from...