Why Asian Markets Were Closed: Local Holidays Reduced
Markets in China, Japan, and South Korea closed for local holidays, reducing trading volume in the region. This is not football-related.
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Markets in China, Japan, and South Korea closed for local holidays, reducing trading volume in the region. This is not football-related.
Borussia Dortmund's Niklas Süle, a former Germany international and Champions League winner, has announced his retirement from professional football at age 30, citing a recent injury as the final catalyst for his decision.
Legendary Japanese rock duo B'z will create an original theme song for Nippon TV's coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, including the Japan vs. Tunisia match. The network plans to broadcast 15 games live.
Iran's national team coach Amir Ghalenoei expresses hope for peace and a historic first World Cup knockout stage qualification, despite facing significant geopolitical challenges ahead of the 2026 tournament.
The Netherlands will conclude their World Cup preparation with a friendly against Uzbekistan in New York on June 8, following a mini training camp and ahead of their tournament opener against Japan.
Explore the newly released 2026 FIFA World Cup jerseys for Japan, France, Spain, Argentina, England, and Portugal. We analyze the concepts, design details, and cultural symbolism behind each nation's home and away kits.
Adidas kicks off its global FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, 'Backyard Legends,' celebrating the pure joy of football with a star-studded film featuring Lionel Messi, Timothée Chalamet, and Bad Bunny.
Veteran Spanish goalkeeper Celantes, 36, will retire from professional football following the conclusion of the Meiji Yasuda J2/J3 Hyakunen Koso League. He reflects on a cherished seven-year career in Japan.
Japan's rising star goalkeeper Zion Suzuki discusses his Serie A development, injury recovery, and his mission to provide stability for the national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
J-League announces a special 2026 half-season tournament for J2 and J3 clubs, featuring a regional group stage and playoffs, as the league prepares for a major calendar shift.
Kawasaki Frontale edged out Tokyo Verdy 1-0 in a tightly contested J1 League match on May 6, 2026, with Yuto Wakisaka scoring the decisive goal in the 73rd minute.
From Ukraine's Zelensky to Canada's Carney, Trump's White House meetings have sparked controversy, including accusations of 'betting on World War III' and
Japan international Takumi Minamino has resumed ball training as he continues his rehabilitation from a serious knee injury suffered with Monaco, aiming for a return ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima's Daichi Yamazaki gained confidence from his duel with Vissel Kobe's Yuya Osako but was left with regret after a defensive lapse led to a goal in their J1 League match.
Paris Saint-Germain advanced to their second consecutive Champions League final after a 6-5 aggregate victory over Bayern Munich. Winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia expressed his joy and determination to defend the title against Arsenal.
The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League introduces a revolutionary Swiss-style tournament with 36 teams in a single league phase. Get the complete schedule, knockout stage details, and exclusive broadcast information for WOWOW viewers.
Four students from a municipal school in Rio Preto da Eva, Amazonas, won gold at the International Mathematical Olympiad's Grand Finale in Salon-de-Provence
A massive landslide in Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord triggered the second-largest tsunami ever recorded in 2025, with a wave reaching 481 meters—taller than the Empire State Building. Researchers link the event to climate change.
Japan midfielder Yuito Suzuki fractures his collarbone, placing his World Cup participation in serious jeopardy. The 24-year-old SC Freiburg player's injury comes just weeks before the tournament.
Manchester United's Casemiro appears bound for Major League Soccer, with Inter Miami emerging as the frontrunner to sign the Brazilian midfielder. LA Galaxy also in the race as the 32-year-old seeks a new challenge in the United States.