Chelsea, Manchester United vying for Kaoru Mitoma
Chelsea and Manchester United are both interested in 26-year-old Japanese international Kaoru Mitoma, a target for Barcelona.
The post Chelsea,...
Takefusa Kubo commits to Real Sociedad amid rumoured Premier League interest
Japan international Takefusa Kubo has committed his future to Real Sociedad amid links with a series of potential suitors. The 22-year-old winger,...
Match Gallery: St Mirren v Celtic
Celtic progressed to the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup and a home tie against Livingston with a 2-0 win over St Mirren in Paisley on...
Celtic Players Aren’t Robots, Claims Pundit
Celtic progressed to the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup on Sunday afternoon courtesy of a relatively comfortable 2-0 victory over St. Mirren....
Jim Goodwin Praises Celtic After “Unwarranted Criticism”
Goals from Japanese Celtic duo Kyogo Furuhashi and Daizen Maeda saw the Hoops through into the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup. The Bhoys...
PL side may have "opened the door" for United as summer sale looms large - report
Brighton have opened the door for the potential exit of their Japanese…
The post Brighton’s new signing could open door for Manchester United...
‘He's back' – Alistair Johnston's Brilliant Sunday Evening Celtic Post
In a display of support, Alistair Johnston’s social media tribute to Kyogo Furuhashi captured the essence of camaraderie that threads through the...
Brendan Rodgers accuses Celtic's critics of ganging up to try to 'bring them down'
Goals from Japanese duo Kyogo and Daizen Maeda secured a comfortable 2-0 win in Paisley as Celtic remained on course to defend the trophy they won...
Brendan Rodgers hits out at Celtic critics after Scottish Cup win
Japanese stars Kyogo Furuhashi and Daizen Maeda on target in win over St Mirren
Rodgers’ Emphatic Response To Kyogo and Palma Question; Pair Weren’t “Left out”
Celtic came away from Paisley on Sunday afternoon with a vital Scottish Cup win. Goals from Japanese striking duo Kyogo Furuhashi and Daizen Maeda...
Brendan Rodgers “so proud” of His Celtic Players Despite Lack of Experience
Celtic came away from Paisley on Sunday afternoon with a comfortable 2-0 victory. Goals from Japanese duo Kyogo Furuhashi and Daizen Maeda were...
Winning display against St Mirren get thumbs up from the manager
A 2-0 victory over St Mirren in Paisley has not only taken Celtic into the quarter-finals of the 2023/24 Scottish Cup, it has maintained the...
Brendan Rodgers fires back at Celtic 'broken' claims as he accuses critics of GANGING UP to bring them down
The Irishman maintained his perfect record in the Scottish Cup as Japanese duo Kyogo and Daizen Maeda netted in St Mirren win.
Brendan Rodgers Provides Taylor and CCV Injury Updates After St. Mirren Win
Goals from Japanese duo Kyogo and Daizen Maeda ensured Celtic secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup on Sunday afternoon. It...
Kyogo Furuhashi and Daizen Maeda fire holders Celtic into cup quarter-finals
The Japanese pair struck the goals in a 2-0 win at St Mirren.
Kyogo fires in opener as Celts progress in Scottish Cup
Scottish Cup
Fifth-Round
SMiSA Stadium, Paisley
ST MIRREN… 0
CELTIC… 2
(Kyogo 15, Maeda 53)
Celtic advanced into the quarter-finals of the Scottish...
The True Hero From Celtic’s Sunday Victory; Continues To Save The Hoops
Celtic came away from Paisley with a comfortable 2-0 victory on Sunday courtesy of goals from Japanese duo Kyogo and Daizen Maeda. The true hero of...
Shock moment Celtic star Kyogo ‘uses VAR monitor like Spanish announce table’ as St Mirren ace sent CRASHING into screen
FOOTIE fans up and down the country at some point this season will have probably felt like taking out their frustrations on VAR.
So many...
Video: Daizen Maeda makes it 2-0 to Celtic
Daizen Maeda has doubled Celtic’s lead in the Scottish Cup Fifth Round against St Mirren. With 53 minutes played, the Japanese attacker pounced to...
Watch former Arsenal star score thunderbolt aged 38 as fans say ‘wait, he’s still playing?’
LUKAS PODOLSKI amazed fans by scoring a screamer aged 38 on Saturday.
The former Arsenal ace left North London in 2015.
LE MISSILE DE PODOLSKI !...
Sunday BIG GAME open thread
Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesWHO'S READY? Happy Sunday, everyone! Are you ready for the BIG GAME? Yeah, you know which game I'm talking...
Celtic are stronger than Rangers says Daizen Maeda as Japan star insists he’ll learn from Asian Cup heartache
HIS COUNTRY was on the end of a shock in the Asian Cup — but Daizen Maeda says that won’t be the case at his club.
Japan were knocked out of the...
Kyogo is 'too good' for Celtic as Brendan Rodgers blamed for striker's drop in form
Chris Sutton fears the Japanese striker could look elsewhere in the summer amid a frustrating campaign
Jahanbakhsh: IR Iran determined to deliver
Doha: The Islamic Republic of Iran will be appearing in the AFC Asian Cup™ semi-finals for the second tournament in a row after Saturday’s...
Europe Wrap: Ogawa at the double; Bhandari makes history in France
Kuala Lumpur: Koki Ogawa continued his good form in the Netherlands since his loan move from Japan's Yokohama FC as he opened the scoring from the...
Messi feels better, hopes to play in Tokyo friendly
- Look for Lionel Messi to play in Wednesday's friendly in Tokyo with Inter Miami facing Japanese club Vissel Kobe.
Lionel Messi hopes to play in Inter Miami's friendly in Japan
Lionel Messi is uncertain about his participation in Inter Miami's pre-season friendly in Japan due to a lingering leg injury. He expressed his...
Open Thread: 6 February 2024
Daily Edition of the Daily Merengue The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the...
Reports: Takehiro Tomiyasu to sign Arsenal extension
Photo by Visionhaus/Getty ImagesThe versatile defender has reportedly agreed to extend his stay at the Emirates In the wake of Arsenal's dominant...
Sport Bild Report: Gladbach and Düsseldorf near agreement on Tanaka summer transfer
Germany's main sporting tabloid reports that Borussia Möchengladbach and Fortuna Düsseldorf are close to finalizing a €2.5 million deal for the...
Indonesia crowned champions of first-ever AFC eAsian Cup
Doha: Indonesia defeated Japan to emerge winners of the inaugural edition of the AFC eAsian Cup on Monday.
Hibs vs Celtic: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time, team news, referee and VAR for Scottish Premiership clash
HIBS host Celtic this midweek in a crucial match for both sides.
Nick Montgomery’s side go into this one off the back of a 3-0 humbling at home...
Arsenal reach agreement with Takehiro Tomiyasu over new contract
Arsenal are set to announce a new contract for Takehiro Tomiyasu, as Mikel Arteta wanted an extended stay for the Japanese international
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Wataru Endo Set to Rejoin Liverpool Training This Week
Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty ImagesThe defensive midfielder and Japan captain will be an option for Jürgen Klopp against Burnley on the weekend....
Inter Miami land in Japan for their final preseason friendly overseas... but do thousands more fans face disappointment of missing Lionel Messi as he struggles with a hamstring injury?
Around 40,000 bought tickets to catch a glimpse of Messi in action in Hong Kong but he remained on the bench after suffering a hamstring strain...
Tomiyasu on way back to Arsenal after shock Japan defeat
Tomiyasu’s Japan knocked out of the Asian cup Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu will be heading back to London after being knocked out of this...
Takehiro Tomiyasu 'agrees new Arsenal contract'
Arsenal reportedly agree a new long-term deal with Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu, who was the subject of interest from Bayern Munich in January.
Takehiro Tomiyasu's future decided! Arsenal end transfer speculation by tying Japan star down to new long-term contract
Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has reportedly agreed to a new deal with the team, with an announcement "imminent."
25-year-old makes decision on Arsenal future after talks with club since November
Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is closing in on a contract renewal with the club. According to a report from Evening Standard, the Japanese...
Chris Sutton Points Towards Positive Position Change For Kyogo
Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi has not hit the heights this season like he did in 2022/23. So far in the current campaign, the Japanese hitman has...
The French Example That Could See Celtic’s Daizen Maeda Play Against Hibs
On Saturday afternoon, Celtic fans’ focus was strictly on Pittodrie. A 1-1 draw left many disappointed but from the afternoon, there were a few...
Mohebbi hails Taremi's guidance
Al Rayyan: Mohammad Mohebbi praised the role Mehdi Taremi played in Islamic Republic of Iran’s 2-1 AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ quarter-final win...
Maya Yoshida: LA Galaxy 'need more stability' in 2024
Former Japan international defender Maya Yoshida knows that LA Galaxy must shore up the defense in order to compete in 2024.
Daizen Maeda focused on Celtic return as 'back on the grind' message delivered over Japan Asian Cup exit
Japan suffered a shock exit to Iran in the Asian Cup and Maeda will return to Lennoxtown
Hatate and Maeda Break Silence Ahead of Celtic Park Return
Celtic’s squad has been stretched thin lately, with several key players off representing their countries at the Asian Cup. Reo Hatate and Daizen...
Reo Hatate breaks silence on injury as Celtic star updates supporters
CELTIC have been without a number of their players due to international duty in the Asian Cup.
Reo Hatate, Daizen Maeda, Oh and Yang have all...
Reo Hatate ends Celtic injury silence as midfielder pens emotional message over Asian Cup Japan absence
Reo Hatate failed to play a key part for Japan in their Asian Cup campaign
Celtic fans beg for key star to ‘come back rapid’ after disappointing Aberdeen draw
CELTIC dropped two points away to Aberdeen as Rangers eased past Livingston.
Which means the Premiership holders are just three points ahead of...
'Made me realise': Wataru Endo now shares what he has learned as he prepares to return to Liverpool
Things didn’t turn out the way Wataru Endo will have hoped during his time at the Asian Cup. Japan were considered one of the favourites...
Japan victory a turning point for Iranian football, says Ghalenoei
Doha: Head coach Amir Ghalenoei believes Islamic Republic of Iran’s 2-1 victory over Japan in the quarter-finals of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™...
Moriyasu accepts responsibility for Japan's exit
Al Rayyan: Hajime Moriyasu took responsibility for Japan’s 2-1 defeat to Islamic Republic of Iran in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ quarter-final...
'Can't understand': Packie Bonner offers strong Celtic view of Reo Hatate's Japan Asian Cup inclusion
Celtic legend Packie Bonner admits he can’t understand why Reo Hatate was included in Japan’s Asian Cup squad. The midfielder was called up by...
Wataru Endo Heading Back to Merseyside
Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty ImagesJapan lost in the quarterfinals of the Asian Cup. Wataru Endo will return to Merseyside after Japan suffered a...
For all their talent, it is Iran's heart that has driven them to an Asian Cup semifinal
In a clash of two teams brimming with talent, it was Iran's heart that fuelled a 2-1 comeback win over Japan in the Asian Cup quarterfinals.
Fightback keeps Team Melli on course
Al Rayyan: Islamic Republic of Iran upped their game in the second half to defeat Japan 2-1 in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ quarter-final on...
Arsenal set to give Takehiro Tomiyasu major boost after Asia Cup heartache
Takehiro Tomiyasu is on his way back from the Asia Cup after Japan were knocked out in the quarterfinals, but Arsenal could have some good news for...
Liverpool handed Wataru Endo boost after Japan knocked out of Asian Cup
Liverpool are set to welcome Wataru Endo back to domestic action after his Japan side were surprisingly knocked out of the Asian Cup on Saturday.
For all their talent, it's Iran's heart that has driven them to an Asian Cup semifinal
In a clash of two teams brimming with talent, Iran rallied to defeat Japan in the Asian Cup quarterfinals.
Arsenal defender commits his long-term future to Arsenal
Takehiro Tomiyasu has reportedly committed his long-term future to Arsenal, with the official announcement expected upon his return from the Asian...
Itakura concedes crucial late penalty that sees Japan eliminated from AFC Cup
A penalty conceded by Borussia Mönchengladbach central defender Ko Itakura proved decisive on Saturday as the Iranian national football team was...
Preview: Arsenal vs. Liverpool
Photo by Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty ImagesLiverpool head to the Emirates to take on Arsenal in the Premier League.
ARSENAL VS. LIVERPOOL
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Japan finally run out of luck as Asian Cup favorites fall to Iran in quarterfinals
With Japan expected to finally come good at the Asian Cup, they would instead run out of luck as Iran eliminated them from the Asian Cup...
Iran stun Japan with 96th minute winner as Premier League stars heading back to clubs
Japan crashed out of the Asian Cup after a heart-breaking 2-1 defeat to Iran where former Brighton star Alireza Jahanbakhsh scored a 96th minute...
Iran's injury-time penalty dumps Japan out of Asian Cup and seals famous win
Iran 2-1 Japan (Mohebi 55, Jahanbakhsh 90+6 pen; Morita 28)
Captain seals dramatic victory from the spot in quarter-final
Iran knocked out...
Tomiyasu and Japan out of the Asian Cup
Tomiyasu's Asian Cup journey has come to an end after Japan lost their quarter-final against Iran on Saturday
Arsenal handed huge Takehiro Tomiyasu boost before Liverpool showdown
Takehiro Tomiyasu has not played for Arsenal in the Premier League since December 31 - due to his international commitments with Japan at the Asian...
Asian Cup: Brighton handed Karou Mitoma boost thanks to killer blow by former Albion star
Kaoru Mitoma will return to Brighton after Japan were knocked out of the Asian Cup today (Saturday, February 3).
Daizen Maeda Suffers Shock Japan Asia Cup Exit
Daizen Maeda’s Asia Cup journey is over, with Japan being knocked out by Iran 2-1 in the quarter-finals, courtesy of a 96th minute penalty from...
Wataru Endo shock has given Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp new selection decision
Wataru Endo is heading back to Liverpool earlier than expected after Japan crashed out of the Asia Cup on Saturday
Arsenal set to complete defender’s contract renewal agreement
Arsenal are reportedly one step away from agreeing a contract extension with defender Takehiro Tomiyasu. That’s according to a recent report from...
Late penalty sees Iran beat Japan to enter SF
Iran knocked out Japan with a 2-1 victory in their Asian Cup quarter-final clash after skipper Alireza Jahanbakhsh converted a penalty in added time.
Jahanbakhsh strikes late penalty to take IR Iran past Japan
Al Rayyan: A late Alireza Jahanbakhsh penalty was the difference as Islamic Republic of Iran came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1 and book their...
Tomiyasu to return to Arsenal after Japan elimination
Takehiro Tomiyasu is set to return to Arsenal, after Japan were eliminated from the Asian Cup by a last-minute Iran penalty.
Saturday's Asian Cup predictions including Iran vs. Japan
Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Asian Cup fixtures, including Iran vs. Japan.
Iran vs Japan: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time & where to watch
Where to watch the Asian Cup match online between Iran and Japan, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.
Celtic’s Korean duo Oh and Yang help provide more late drama to prolong their Asian Cup stay
HIBS stars Lewis Miller and Martin Boyle could return to face Celtic next midweek after crashing out of the Asian Cup in Qatar.
But Hoops duo...
Japanese boxer Kazuki Anaguchi dies aged 23 after suffering a brain injury during his Boxing Day points loss on pound-for-pound superstar Naoya Inoue's undercard in Tokyo
Anaguchi faced fellow countryman Seiya Tsutsumi on the undercard of pound-for-pound superstar Naoya Inoue's undisputed super-bantamweight clash...
Late Fitness Tests & Absences: Injury News for Arsenal Match
Darwin Nunez of Liverpool shoots at goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Chelsea FC at Anfield on January 31, 2024 in...
New Hatters signing Hashioka won't be involved against Magpies as Japan international will be given time to adjust
Wingback will still make the trip to St James’ Park this weekend
Kazuki Anaguchi dead at 23: Boxer dies as a result of injuries sustained during Boxing Day fight
JAPANESE boxer Kazuki Anaguchi has tragically died aged 23 after suffering complications from a brain injury.
The bantamweight prospect...
Adam Idah delighted to work under Brendan Rodgers
Celtic new Bhoy, Adam Idah arrived at the club last night and today (Friday), he spoke to the media at Lennoxtown ahead of travelling north with...
Celtic hit by double injury blow as lengthy lay-off timescales for Reo Hatate and Cameron Carter-Vickers revealed
BRENDAN RODGERS has confirmed how long Reo Hatate and Cameron Carter-Vickers will miss through injury.
Hatate pulled up on international duty...
Ito out of Japan squad over assault allegations
Hajime Moriyasu has said that Junya Ito's withdrawal from Japan's Asian Cup squad after the publication of sexual assault allegations against him...
QF - Preview: IR Iran v Japan
Doha: Hajime Moriyasu expects his Japan side to advance to the semi-finals of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, just as they did in five of the last...
Leeds United pulled plug on drawn up contract due to double player risk – The Athletic
Leeds United were in the process of drawing up a proposal to Japan left-back Daiki Hashioka last month, but pulled out of talks when an injury...
Beiranvand: IR Iran will be mentally ready
Doha: Alireza Beiranvand is confident Islamic Republic of Iran will be up for the task when they take on Japan in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™...
Japan must keep a clean sheet, says Morita
Doha: Japan have been leaking goals in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, which midfielder Hidemasa Morita admits is a concern going into their...
Jesse Lingard IS in shock talks to move to South Korea, confirms FC Seoul boss - and he admits he thought a swoop for the former Man United star was 'unrealistic'
Lingard will reportedly arrive in South Korea on Monday for a medical and join the team's training camp in Kagoshima, Japan, with a 'substantial'...