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Valencia sign Japanese star Ryunosuke Sato

Winger Ryunosuke Sato is set to become the first Japanese player to play for Valencia after he signed a five-year deal with the LaLiga club.

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Carlo Ancelotti's patience rewarded in Brazil's dramatic Japan escape

Carlo Ancelotti has praised Brazil's patience and belief after his side fought back from behind to beat Japan 2-1 and reach the FIFA World Cup last 16.

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Brazil's 95th-minute winner breaks Japanese hearts in Houston

Brazil advanced to the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup following a dramatic 2-1 win over a spirited Japan in their Round of 32 clash in Houston, USA, on Monday.

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Hajime Moriyasu backs Japan to upset Brazil in World Cup despite Takefusa Kubo injury

Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu has revealed he will decide his team's penalty takers in advance if Monday's FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash with Brazil in Houston goes to a shootout.

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Marquinhos reveals Brazil's plan to stop 'dangerous' Japan World Cup threat

Brazil defender Marquinhos has warned his teammates that Japan will provide a serious test when the two sides meet in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the knockout stage requires a new level of focus.

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Carlo Ancelotti calls for calm as Brazil face Japan World Cup knockout battle

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has urged his players to stay calm under pressure as they prepare to face Japan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, describing the knockout clash as the team's "first final" of the tournament.

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