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.

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SAMURAI BLUE (Japan National Team) squad & schedule - AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road To 26 vs Saudi Arabia (10/10＠Jeddah) vs Australia (10/15＠Saitama) MORE CONTENT

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2024年5月14日 · Eager to continue their rise as a football powerhouse, the Japan National Football Team, also known as the Samurai Blue, gears up for the 2024 season. This article provides a comprehensive look at the squad, including a full list of players, coaching staff, captaincy, and details on their home stadium and upcoming fixtures.

Squad Japan This page displays a detailed overview of the club's current squad. It shows all personal information about the players, including age, nationality, contract duration and market value.

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.

Founded 1921 Address JFA House Football Avenue, Bunkyo-ku 113-8311 Tōkyō (Tokyo) Country Japan Phone +81 (3) 3830 2004 Fax +81 (3) 3830 2005 E-mail

From notable Japanese players to their Olympic records, learn more about the Japan national football team before the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

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