The FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be held in three countries for the first time in history, has begun in Mexico. The Japan national team, whose first match is just three days away, has captain Wataru Endo out with a left foot injury, and Shuto Machino has been called up as an additional player. Akira Itakura will be appointed as the new captain. Furthermore, Endo also announced his retirement from the national team on his SNS. He commented, “Since I got injured, I have done everything I can to get to this point, so I have no regrets. There will definitely be a moment in the future when the Japanese national team wins the World Cup. Let’s unite as one and take on the challenge so that that moment can be at this tournament!! Everyone, just do your best.” Following Endo’s withdrawal, Kubo… Takefusa Kubo (25) “As a player, I would like to thank Endo for pulling me in, and I want to make this a World Cup that lives up to what Endo has created thus far.”
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