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J LEAGUE

Japan Times
Rugby
Dec 9, 2017
Sungoliath trounce Green Rockets and clinch playoff spot
The Suntory Sungoliath booked themselves a spot in the playoffs to determine the Japan Rugby Top League champions on Saturday thanks to a 28-13 win over the NEC Green Rockets.
Japan Times
Rugby
Dec 7, 2017
Veteran forward Takeomi Ito to retire after season: source
Former Japan international Takeomi Ito will retire after this season, ending his 25-year rugby career, a source said Thursday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 7, 2017
Brave Thunders captain Ryusei Shinoyama surprised and upbeat about team's impending ownership change
Energetic veteran Ryusei Shinoyama said that he did not get upset with the announcement because he is competing in an anything-can-happen professional sports circuit.
Japan Times
Rugby
Dec 3, 2017
Michael Leitch saves the day as Brave Lupus hold off Yamaha Jubilo
Japan captain Michael Leitch saved a 27-22 Japan Top League win for Toshiba Brave Lupus on Sunday by stealing a turnover with Yamaha Jubilo pressing for a game-tying try after the hooter.
Japan Times
Rugby
Dec 2, 2017
Steelers, Shining Arcs settle for draw; Black Rams thump Red Hurricanes
Kobe Kobelco Steelers and NTT Communications Shining Arcs drew 28-28 on Saturday at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground as the Japan Rugby Top League resumed after a five-week break.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Dec 2, 2017
Frontale capture J. League title with rout of Ardija; Antlers held
Kawasaki Frontale clinched their first-ever J. League title with a 5-0 win over Omiya Ardija on Saturday, snatching the silverware from under Kashima Antlers' noses on goal difference.
Japan Times
SOCCER / PREMIER REPORT
Dec 1, 2017
Everton turns to Sam Allardyce in bid to stay up
"Sam Allardyce has resigned as manager of Crystal Palace and says he has 'no ambition to take another job' in football."
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Nov 30, 2017
Asian Football Confederation names Reds' Takafumi Hori coach of the year
Urawa Reds manager Takafumi Hori was named coach of the year by the Asian Football Confederation on Wednesday, while Nadeshiko Japan boss Asako Takakura won the women's award.
Japan Times
SOCCER / SOCCER SCENE
Nov 29, 2017
Urawa Reds ready for new chapter after ACL victory
Urawa Reds have gained an unwanted reputation for choking on the big stage in the 10 years since they first won the Asian Champions League, but that tag may have to be re-evaluated after they reclaimed the title with a series of composed performances in this year's competition.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Nov 26, 2017
Frontiers overcome stingy Seagulls to reach Japan X Bowl
Fujitsu quarterback Colby Cameron ran for a touchdown just over two minutes into the game in his team's first drive of the day.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 26, 2017
Urawa breathes sigh of relief after exorcizing demons in ACL final
Urawa Reds lifted the Asian Champions League trophy for the first time in a decade on Saturday — then breathed a sigh of relief that they had not let their fans down again.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 25, 2017
Urawa Reds clinch Asian Champions League title on late goal against Al Hilal
Urawa Reds claimed the Asian Champions League title for the first time in a decade after Rafael Silva scored in the 88th minute to seal a 2-1 aggregate win over Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal with a 1-0 final second-leg win on Saturday.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 19, 2017
Urawa earns draw on road in first leg of Asian Champions League final
The J. League's Urawa Reds took a step toward their second Asian championship and their first in 10 years with a 1-1 draw in the first leg of the Asian Champions League final on the road against Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal on Saturday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 18, 2017
Dikembe Mutombo spreads positive message as Special Olympics ambassador
As a player, Dikembe Mutombo made a big difference for his teams with his signature shot-blocking skills.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Nov 18, 2017
Frontale keep title hopes alive
Kawasaki Frontale defender Elsinho scored in the 82nd minute to keep the J. League title race alive for at least another round with a 1-0 win over Gamba Osaka on Saturday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / PREMIER REPORT
Nov 17, 2017
Spurs likely to come up short again in title hunt
Such is the standard Manchester City are setting this season, an away draw against a title rival can no longer be considered a good result.
Japan Times
Rugby
Nov 16, 2017
Rugby legend Dan Carter to join Kobe Kobelco Steelers: sources
All Blacks legend Dan Carter is set to finish his career in Japan with Kobe Kobelco Steelers, sources told Kyodo News on Thursday.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 15, 2017
DMM.com takes full ownership of Sint-Truiden in Belgian league
Tokyo-based internet company DMM.com has taken full ownership of Belgian first-division side Sint-Truiden, the soccer club announced Wednesday.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Nov 11, 2017
Opportunistic Seagulls dominate defensively, capitalize on Rise's miscues in X League quarterfinal victory
Obic Seagulls head coach Naoki Kosho had never experienced a game in which his team got eight turnovers. It happened in a favorable moment when the X League's knockout round started on Saturday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / PREMIER REPORT
Nov 3, 2017
Mourinho's strategy not yielding desired results
Jose Mourinho returns to Chelsea on Sunday and it is the safest of bets that Saturday's press conference will fire the first bullets ahead of a match neither side can afford to lose. Antonio Conte will inevitably be in Mourinho's sights, but to the many targets for the Vitriolic One was added Manchester...

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