Japan — Fixtures, Results & How to Watch

Spain, France lead World Cup 2026 Power Rankings, 100 days out

With 100 days until the 2026 World Cup begins, our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. Did your national team make the cut? And who do we think will challenge hardest?

Mar 3, 2026 · ESPN

Arne Slot rues 'last thing' Liverpool need as injury strikes again

Arne Slot has said the "last thing" Liverpool need this season is another injury after midfielder Wataru Endo was stretchered off against Sunderland.

Feb 13, 2026 · ESPN

Liverpool's Wataru Endo set to miss a 'long time' with injury

Arne Slot has said midfielder Wataru Endo could be out "for a long time" after picking up a "serious" ankle injury in Liverpool's 1-0 win over Sunderland.

Feb 11, 2026 · ESPN

Japanese legend Kazuyoshi Miura to continue professional career at 58

Japanese striker Kazuyoshi Miura, the oldest professional football player in the world, has extended his career another year.

Dec 30, 2025 · ESPN

Japan's Takumi Minamino tears ACL, likely to miss World Cup

Japan midfielder Takumi Minamino has torn the ACL in his left knee while playing for Monaco and will almost certainly miss the World Cup.

Dec 22, 2025 · ESPN