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Miura to play beyond 59th birthday as Japan legend signs for new club

Japan legend Kazuyoshi Miura, who will celebrate his 59th birthday in February, has agreed a six-month loan move to Fukushima United, extending a professional career that now stretches into a remarkable fifth decade. The agreement means Miura could feature in the J.League, encompassing Japan’s top three divisions, for the first time in five years.

Barca are off to Japan! Chaos resolved as friendly uncancelled

Barcelona have confirmed their tour to Japan is back on, with the Vissel Kobe friendly going ahead after resolving contract disputes and flight chaos.

Southgate's England assistant Holland sacked by Japanese side

Former England assistant boss Steve Holland has been sacked by Japanese side Yokohama F. Marinos after just four months in charge.

'What a vibe' - Ex-Liverpool boss Klopp surprises fans in Japan

Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has surprised fans in Japan while paying a visit to J League 2 side RB Omiya Ardija, as part of his role with Red Bull.

Mata joining Japanese side Vissel Kobe

Former Spain midfielder Juan Mata has signed with Vissel Kobe of Japan's top division on a free transfer.

Mata set to follow Iniesta's footsteps? 😳

Juan Mata is reportedly set to follow Andre Iniesta's footsteps and move to Japan after rejecting offers from Saudi Arabia and UAE.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Kashiwa Reysol	4	4	0	0	10	4	6	12	W W W W
2	Kashima Antlers	4	4	0	0	11	6	5	12	W W W W
3	Machida Zelvia	4	3	1	0	13	3	10	10	D W W W
4	Sanfrecce Hiroshima	4	2	2	0	8	2	6	8	D D W W
5	FC Tokyo	4	2	1	1	8	7	1	7	W W D L

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