The final battle for the only ticket to the dream stage of the World Cup. The members of the Japanese national team have finally been announced. Behind the scenes, survival was unfolding beyond our imagination. Takumi Minamino is aiming to make a comeback from injury. As he steadily resumes his training, one step at a time, he is not showing any impatience, but rather a strong will to build a body that can compete in this tournament. And 39 years old, Yuto Nagatomo. Behind the words “I’m on fire” is an overwhelming tenacity that rejects the status of meritorious service and stands on the pitch as a single player. Why was that player chosen and why was that player left out? Did coach Hajime Moriyasu place more emphasis on past performance or on “the strength of the present moment”? Intensifying competition for positions due to the rise of young players, tactical suitability, and “value that cannot be expressed in data” that is required in short-term decisive battles. Joy and disappointment were born at the moment the members were announced. Behind those few minutes, we will thoroughly dissect the players’ years of efforts and struggles. This is not just a list reading. This is a declaration of the current status of Japanese soccer and its “readiness” to take on the world. What did you all think of this selection? Please let us know in the comments section about any surprises or players you are looking forward to! #Japan National Team #Japan Soccer National Team #World Cup #Moriho Japan #Takumi Minamino #Yuto Nagatomo #J League #Samurai Blue #Soccer Review #World Cup Member Announcement
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