Cuba U17 Overview

Poland v Argentina: FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup

Japan official quits JFA over Infantino support

Japanese football legend Takeshi Okada has sensationally resigned from his position as vice-president of the Japan Football Association (JFA). The former national team manager stepped down citing a fundamental conflict between his personal beliefs and the current political direction of international football governance.

Japan v Indonesia - FIFA World Cup Asian 3rd Qualifier

Asian revolution! Radical new Nations League set to replace boring friendlies and shake up World Cup route

The Asian Football Confederation has detailed plans for a new biennial Nations League tournament starting in 2030. The proposed three-tier competition aims to replace uncompetitive friendlies while directly integrating with World Cup and Asian Cup qualification.

Japan v Uruguay - International Friendly

'A real shame' - Forlan rues late lapses as Japan spoil Uruguay debut

Diego Forlan endured a painful start to his tenure as Uruguay head coach after two stoppage-time strikes condemned his side to a 3-1 defeat against Japan in Miyagi. The former striker, who was appointed to succeed Marcelo Bielsa, watched his team battle back to parity before defensive lapses in the dying seconds gifted the hosts victory.

Cerezo Osaka v Kashima Antlers - J.League J1

Diego Forlan prepares for Uruguay debut against Japan

Diego Forlan will make his official debut as interim head coach of Uruguay in a friendly against Japan at Miyagi's Q&A Stadium. The iconic forward expressed deep gratitude for returning to the country where he previously represented Cerezo Osaka.

Diego Forlan manages Uruguay Asian tour without injured Federico Valverde

Diego Forlan has embarked on his first international assignment as Uruguay interim head coach without key midfielder Federico Valverde. The Real Madrid star was ruled out of the Asian tour due to a severe ankle injury, prompting Forlan to draft in Palmeiras midfielder Emiliano Martinez.

Japan and South Korea lead growing Asian presence in Europe

Asian football is enjoying an unprecedented boom across Europe's top five leagues, driven by massive contingents from Japan and South Korea. Indonesian talents have also made historic inroads by featuring in four of the top five divisions alongside representatives from Thailand, China, Saudi Arabia, and Australia.