The Japan national football team (サッカー日本代表, Sakkā Nihon Daihyō or Sakkā Nippon Daihyō), also known by the nickname Samurai Blue (サムライ・ブルー, Samurai Burū), [1][2] represents Japan in men's international football. It is controlled by the Japan Football Association (JFA), the governing body for football in Japan.

5 days ago · If they hope to defend home soil and secure a sixth-straight SheBelieves Cup crown, the task for Emma Hayes and the United States women against Japan in San Diego on Wednesday night is simple: win.

5 days ago · Japan defender Saki Kumagai, center right, holds the trophy as teammate forward Mina Tanaka holds her Most Valuable Player trophy after Japan defeated the United States to win the SheBelieves Cup women’s soccer tournament Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, in San Diego.

The official website of the Japan Football Association (JFA). The Website offers information on the activities of the JFA, Japan National Team, and domestic tournaments, while dispatching news on coaches, referees, and all other information related to Japanese football.

5 days ago · The Website offers information on the activities of the JFA, Japan National Team, and domestic tournaments, while dispatching news on coaches, referees, and all other information related to Japanese football.

5 days ago · SAN DIEGO – Japan won the SheBelieves Cup on Wednesday with a 2-1 win over the U.S. women's national team, handing the hosts their first loss since Emma Hayes took over as head coach in June.

Visit ESPN for Japan live scores, video highlights, and latest news. Find standings and the full 2025 season schedule.

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Oct 26, 2024 · Coverage of the national football teams of Japan. The home of Japan on BBC Sport online. Includes the latest news stories, results, fixtures, video and audio.