⚽️ Football fever is hitting Japan as Coach Hajime Moriyasu welcomes back star players Junya Ito and Kaoru Mitoma ahead of their crucial clash against China in the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers! 🇯🇵🔥
Japan is on a mission to secure their eighth consecutive World Cup appearance, but the road won't be easy. Group C is stacked with powerhouse teams like Australia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, China, and Indonesia. Talk about a tough crowd! 😱
Good news for Samurai Blue fans: Junya Ito is back in action! After a hiatus, the speedy winger returns to boost Japan's attacking options. The Japanese Football Association assures fans that his recall is all about football, and we're here for it! 🙌
And that's not all! Kaoru Mitoma, the Brighton sensation who lit up the Premier League last season, is back after recovering from a back injury. Can't wait to see his magic on the pitch again! ✨
Coach Moriyasu is buzzing with excitement to have these two talents back. \"I can definitely say that both of them are great weapons for our team. I want them to maximize their weapons in their time in the game. I hope that they will be involved in scoring,\" he said. Sounds like they're ready to bring the heat! 🔥
With the World Cup expanding to 48 teams and Asia's automatic spots increasing from four to eight, the stakes are higher, and the opportunities are greater. The 2026 World Cup co-hosted by Canada, the U.S., and Mexico is shaping up to be the biggest football fiesta ever! 🌍🏆
Brace yourselves, because this matchup between Japan and China is going to be a rollercoaster! Who else is hyped for this epic showdown? 😎🙌
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Japan prepare to host China in FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier
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