Japan Coach Moriyasu Aims for World Cup Victory
June 30, 2026 · Pedro López
Japan's national team coach, Hajime Moriyasu, is confident in his squad's ability to win the World Cup, even as they prepare to face Brazil. Despite being seen as underdogs, Moriyasu emphasizes the team's evolution and commitment.
Japanese national team head coach Hajime Moriyasu has expressed his unwavering belief that his team can triumph at the World Cup. Moriyasu's bold statement comes ahead of Japan's challenging encounter with Brazil, a team that currently tops the FIFA rankings. "Many think we're just doing a good job, but we are convinced we can win this World Cup," Moriyasu stated confidently, underlining his team's determination and pride in their identity.
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Despite Japan being lower in the rankings compared to Brazil, Moriyasu insists that his team will play with respect but also with the belief that victory is achievable. "We will not change our identity, as it gives us great pride and confidence," he added, highlighting the team's ongoing evolution and commitment to passing the torch to the next generation.
While Japan is seen as the underdog in their upcoming match against Brazil, Moriyasu is adamant that his team is capable of upsetting the odds. However, the team will be without one of their stars, Kubo, who missed team training and will not feature against Brazil due to his individual recovery regime. The team hopes for his swift recovery, echoing their broader resilience and ambition for the tournament.
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