[Reactions from overseas]The competition for the top spots on the Japanese national team is too fierce… Who will be eliminated from the World Cup?

As the start of the World Cup draws near, there is a battle that is quietly but surely heating up for the Japanese national team. This is the battle for survival on the front lines. Daizen Maeda’s overwhelming strength. Ritsu Doan’s calmness during the decisive battle. The experience and breath that Takumi Minamino has accumulated. And new candidates are trying to step in from behind. What makes this competition so special is that it’s not just a matter of lining up talented players. Who will you take with you? Who should be removed? With that one decision, the shape of the Japan national team’s attack will change drastically. Do you value running ability? Do you want to be competitive? Do we prioritize connections and experience? The answer directly becomes a statement of how Japan will compete in the world. Moreover, this is not just a competition for position. In the short-term decisive game of the World Cup, it’s not just the power of the starting pitchers.