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WORLD CUP

Japan Times
Rugby
May 12, 2017
Jones hints at 2018 Twickenham test against England for Brave Blossoms
Japan was not drawn in the 2019 Rugby World Cup pool phase with England, the team coached by its former boss Eddie Jones. The earliest they could meet at the tournament would be in the semifinals, provided both teams get that far.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 11, 2017
All Blacks open to scheduling match in Japan to get ready for Rugby World Cup
New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen hinted Wednesday that the All Blacks could play a match in Japan before they defend their title here at the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 11, 2017
England boss Jones embraces challenge of tough Pool C
England coach Eddie Jones laughed off suggestions that his team has been drawn in a 2019 Rugby World Cup "Group of Death" after being paired with France and Argentina in Pool C on Wednesday.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 10, 2017
Japan drawn with Ireland, Scotland for 2019 Rugby World Cup
Host nation Japan was drawn to face Ireland, Scotland and two teams yet to qualify in the group stage of the 2019 Rugby World Cup at a lavish ceremony at Kyoto State Guest House on Wednesday.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 10, 2017
Japan coach Joseph ready to hit ground running in preparation for 2019 Rugby World Cup
Japan rugby head coach Jamie Joseph is keen to get a first-hand look at his 2019 Rugby World Cup rivals when the Brave Blossoms play Ireland in two test matches in June.
Rugby
May 9, 2017
England coach Jones says preparation, not draw key for Rugby World Cup
Former Japan coach and current England boss Eddie Jones said Tuesday he didn't care what pool his team ends up in when the draw for the 2019 Rugby World Cup is made Wednesday at Kyoto State Guest House.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 9, 2017
Rugby leaders using ambitious projects to grow sport in Asia
On the eve of Wednesday's draw for the 2019 Rugby World Cup, organizers are hoping the tournament will spur even more interest in the sport in the world's largest continent.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 8, 2017
Rugby world converges on Kyoto for 2019 World Cup draw
The eyes of the rugby world will be on Kyoto this week, as Japan's ancient capital hosts the draw for the 2019 World Cup.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 2, 2017
Hall of Famer Sakata, wrestling legend Yoshida among presenters for RWC draw
World Rugby Hall of Famer Yoshihiro Sakata and Olympic wrestling legend Saori Yoshida will be among the presenters at next week's draw for the 2019 Rugby World Cup, organizers announced Tuesday.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 2, 2017
15-year-old Kubo receives spot on Japan's Under-20 World Cup squad
Fifteen-year-old former Barcelona prodigy Takefusa Kubo was among 21 named to the Japan squad Tuesday for the upcoming Under-20 World Cup in South Korea.
Rugby
Apr 28, 2017
Nijo Castle to host event in May before 2019 RWC first-round draw
Nijo Castle in Kyoto, a World Heritage Site designated by UNESCO, will host an event on the eve of the May 10 first-round draw for the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, tournament organizers said Friday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 26, 2017
Japan's Olympics and Rugby World Cup organizers pledge cooperation to ensure successful sporting events
Organizers of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and 2019 Rugby World Cup on Wednesday signed a collaboration agreement that they hope will smooth preparations for Japan's hosting of the two sporting mega-events.
Rugby
Apr 26, 2017
Leitch reveals plans to play for Sunwolves
Japan captain Michael Leitch said Wednesday he will join the Sunwolves for the 2019 Super Rugby Season, as his current side the Chiefs prepare to clash with the Japanese franchise this weekend in Hamilton, New Zealand.
Rugby
Apr 19, 2017
Japan rugby body targets quarterfinal appearance at 2019 World Cup, medals at 2020 Olympics
The Japan Rugby Football Union on Wednesday targeted at least a berth in the last eight of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan and medals in both men's and women's sevens at the 2020 Tokyo Games.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Apr 13, 2017
Argentine Lamas hired as new Japan men's national team basketball coach
Julio Lamas has assumed the head coaching position for the Japan men's national squad, the Japan Basketball Association officially announced on Thursday.
SOCCER / World cup
Mar 31, 2017
FIFA proposes granting eight spots for Asia at 2026 World Cup
FIFA on Thursday proposed to allocate eight slots for Asia at the 2026 World Cup, an increase from the current 4.5 for the continent when the field expands from 32 to 48.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Mar 29, 2017
Goalkeeper Kawashima comes in from the cold to boost Japan's World Cup bid
Goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima believes he has repaid his manager's faith after returning from the international wilderness to steer Japan closer to a sixth straight World Cup appearance with two clean sheets in two qualifying wins.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Mar 27, 2017
Halilhodzic warns Japan not to underestimate Thailand
Japan coach Vahid Halilhodzic cracked the whip on Monday and fired a warning shot at his team, ordering his players not to take Thailand lightly in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Mar 27, 2017
Thailand hoping to frustrate Japan in World Cup qualifier
Thailand will go for broke against Japan in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier with hopes of reproducing Singapore's epic draw at Saitama Stadium in the previous qualifying round.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Mar 26, 2017
Kagawa taking nothing for granted under Halilhodzic
Shinji Kagawa may have returned to the starting lineup for Japan in Thursday's win over the United Arab Emirates, but the Dortmund midfielder feels far from certain about his place in the first team.

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