JAPAN
Wataru Endo ends Japan career after forced World Cup injury withdrawal blow
Wataru Endo has withdrawn from Japan's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad due to injury and confirmed he is stepping away from international football, bringing an end to a long national team career.
Desiree Ellis: Japan defeat exposes key lessons ahead of WAFCON
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis says the team is getting the kind of high-level test it needs after suffering a 5-0 defeat to Japan in the first of two international friendlies at the Yanmar Hanasaka Stadium in Osaka.
Asanda Hadebe looks forward to taking lessons from Japan
Banyana Banyana defender Asanda Hadebe says it’s a special moment for her to be part of the squad preparing for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Andile Dlamini - Japan friendlies crucial for WAFCON preparations
Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini says the team is fully aware of the challenge awaiting them ahead of their two international friendlies against Japan in Osaka this weekend.
Desiree Ellis looks forward to test in Japan
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis says the two upcoming international friendly matches against Japan will provide an opportunity to test the team against highly skilled opposition.
Desiree Ellis announces Banyana Banyana squad to take on Japan
Banyana Banyana head coach Dr Desiree Ellis has announced the 23 players that will represent the nation in two international friendlies against Japan in June.
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