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Japan Times
SOCCER
Jan 10, 2023
NWSL bans four coaches and fines teams after misconduct inquiry
An independent investigator brought in by U.S. Soccer found last year that abuse and misconduct 'had become systemic' in the NWSL.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jan 4, 2023
U.S. Soccer investigates Gregg Berhalter domestic violence allegation
In a statement, Berhalter disclosed details of an incident between him and his now-wife that took place in 1991, saying the federation had been informed in an effort to blackmail him.
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COMMENTARY / World
Dec 22, 2022
The magic of Lionel Messi
The 2022 FIFA World Cup confirmed it: Lionel Messi is one of the greatest soccer players of all time
Japan Times
SOCCER
Dec 20, 2022
Vivianne Miedema's World Cup campaign in doubt after ACL injury
Arsenal said in a statement that the 26-year-old will undergo surgery in the coming days and will be ruled out for 'an extended period of time.'
Japan Times
SOCCER
Dec 19, 2022
Australian soccer does not have culture of crowd trouble, says CEO
Melbourne City goalkeeper Tom Glover was concussed after being struck in the face by a metal bucket full of sand during the weekend's abandoned Melbourne derby.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 14, 2022
A winning World Cup strategy unites the Arab world
Morocco's success in the World Cup has united Arabs throughout the Middle East and North Africa behind a common hope.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Dec 12, 2022
After showing at World Cup, Japan is hungry for more
The Samurai Blue wins shocked many experts who expected European powerhouses to dominate their group and much of the World Cup competition.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 7, 2022
Japan's World Cup performance to spur ¥16.3 billion economic windfall
The estimate, taking into account the impact of the pandemic, falls short of the u00a521.5 billion in economic effects forecasted for the previous World Cup.
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COMMENTARY / World
Dec 1, 2022
The soccer world must protect Iran’s team
After losing to the United States in World Cup, Team Melli returns home to a hostile population and a vengeful regime.
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COMMENTARY / World
Nov 23, 2022
Looking for the Qatar World Cup winner? Don’t follow the money
Even in today's winner-takes-all economy, superstars won't always come out ahead.
Japan Times
LIFE
Nov 22, 2022
Your guide to watching the World Cup from Tokyo
Tuning into games from Qatar looking more complex than a Messi dribble? Here's how to make sense of all of Tokyo's World Cup watch parties, streaming options and more.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 16, 2022
Nadeshiko Japan lose to World Cup group rival Spain in friendly
World No. 11 Japan lost its final two matches of the year, having suffered a 4-0 defeat to European champion England four days earlier.
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COMMENTARY / World
Nov 9, 2022
Liverpool going on sale highlights soccer’s financial fickleness
Liverpool F.C.'s owners need a sale after more than a decade of ownership that has delivered paltry returns.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 30, 2022
Thorns become three-time NWSL champions with win over Current
Portland is the first three-time champion in the NWSL's 10-season history after also winning in 2013 and 2017.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 18, 2022
WE League vows to gain more fans in second season
Haruna Takata, the league's second chairperson, said at a preseason kickoff conference that her mission is to develop a more entertaining league.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 12, 2022
U.S. women drop second straight match with loss to Spain
The Americans failed to rebound from a defeat to England on Friday that ended a 13-game winning streak, losing a second straight game for the first time since 2017.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 5, 2022
Indonesian president orders stadium audit after deadly stampede
Joko Widodo that he had spoken with FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Monday about improving Indonesia's 'football management.'
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 5, 2022
Becky Sauerbrunn calls for ouster of officials named in abuse report
The two-time World Cup winner said players were 'horrified and heartbroken' by the findings of a report published on Monday following a year-long investigation.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 4, 2022
U.S. women's soccer probe uncovers 'systemic' abuse and sexual misconduct
The 172-page report included interviews with more than 200 NWSL players and detailed patterns of abuse from team coaches.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 1, 2022
Urawa fights back to win WE League Cup final over Beleza
Down 3-0 with less than 20 minutes left on the clock, the Reds rallied back to equalize the game before winning in penalties at Ajinomoto Field Nishigaoka.

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