Every soccer World Cup is an opportunity for Japan to deploy an unusual instrument of soft power.
Wataru Endo talks about how the Qatar 2022 wins over Germany and Spain forever changed Japan and their desire to break the last 16 barrier in 2026.
Takefusa Kubo is hoping Japan have learned from their experience in Qatar and can go a step further in North America.
An expanded 48-team field in 2026 means more chances for the underdogs. Looking back, here are five of the biggest upsets in ...
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