[Special just before the 2026 World Cup]Why was Moriyasu the coach at that time? The former president of the JFA is furious about the chances of success in a “one-shot match” and behind the scenes of soccer diplomacy[Kozo Tajima x Shinya Kizaki] #Tsugiron

[World Cup Event Announcement📣]June 27th “Dialogue w/ Forum 2026” ~Shinji Okazaki talks about the World Cup and Japanese soccer with special guests~ https://www.synchronous.jp/articles/-/3529 A new type of discussion program “Sports Giron”👇 This is a program that organizes and discusses necessary themes with an eye on the ever-growing sports world and the future.[Special just before the 2026 World Cup]Behind the scenes of Japan’s soccer’s progress and diplomacy revealed by the JFA honorary president The 2026 World Cup has finally begun! What is the realistic scenario for the Japanese national team to break through the “wall of the top eight” and reach the top 10 in the world and win the World Cup? Based on the book “Soccer and Geopolitics” by sports writer Shinya Kizaki, we will bring you a super luxurious, last-minute special conversation with guest Kozo Tajima (JFA Honorary President/FIFA Director), who was at the forefront of the turbulent period in the Japanese soccer world. Are the unknown regulations of hosting events in 48 countries really giving Japan an advantage? Why did you select coach Hajime Moriyasu as the coach of the Japan national team at that time? From behind the scenes of international soccer politics to his true feelings about injured players such as Minamino, Machida, and Mitoma, we will have a deep and heated discussion with Mr. Kizaki about the “current location and future of Japanese soccer” that only Mr. Tajima can talk about. Performer Profile ■ Kozo Tashima / JFA Honorary Chairman and FIFA Director Born in 1957 in Kumamoto Prefecture. Selected to represent Japan while attending the University of Tsukuba. After retiring from active duty, he studied abroad in Germany (Cologne University of Physical Education) and learned world-standard coaching theory. After returning to Japan, he served as the coach of the U-17 Japan National Team before becoming the JFA Technical Committee Chairman. We will create a foundation for the “JFA of Development” and lay the groundwork for producing numerous talents, including the golden generation. He served as president of the Japan Football Association (JFA) from 2016 to 2024, leading the establishment of the JFA European base (Dusseldorf) and active international diplomacy. He has held important international positions such as FIFA director (council member), AFC executive committee member, and EAFF (East Asian Football Confederation) president. ■ Shinya Kizaki / Sports writer Born in 1975 in Tokyo. After graduating from Chuo University, he moved to the Netherlands for the Japan-Korea World Cup in 2002, and then based in Frankfurt, Germany, covering European soccer for many years. He has a reputation for his interviews that deeply dig into the psychology of players and his detailed tactical and data analysis. He is the author of many books, including his latest book, “Soccer and Geopolitics.” INDEX👇 Part 1 (Viewing time: 23 minutes 10 seconds) 00:00 Understanding the World Cup and Japanese soccer from the perspective of geopolitics 00:52 Following the announcement of the national team members… Thoughts on Minamino, Machida, Mitoma and others 01:57 Reality at the FIFA board meeting. The growth of the Japanese national team recognized by the world02:37 Coach Moriyasu’s evaluation and the true reason why he was selected as the national team coach at that time04:00 The strengths of coach Moriyasu who has learned from various failures05:39 Behind the scenes of the 48-team expansion for the 2026 World Cup07:11 Why is the 48-team system advantageous for Japan? 10:14 The meaning of having a Japanese on the FIFA Board of Directors, and the behind-the-scenes story of J-Village’s recovery after the Great East Japan Earthquake 13:42 Behind-the-scenes negotiations for becoming a member of the International Rules-Based Body (IFAB) and introducing VAR 18:02 How to show your presence on the international stage 20:24 Soccer diplomacy to Southeast Asia and passing the baton to new president Miyamoto Part 2 → SYNCHRONOUS link scheduled for release on Saturday, June 13th 👇 https://linktr.ee/SYNCHRONOUS_JP Synchronous Youtube original video distribution 👇 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyLfw9oOAGwvGDG06cqx0cPoWEGWKQRrN Thank you for your high ratings, channel registration, and comments ⚽️ #Japan Soccer National Team #Mori Yasuichi #Mori Yasu Japan ##Syncronous #Nobuya Kizaki #Kozo Tajima #Conversation #Thorough discussion #Sportsgiron #Tugiron #World Cup #Netherlands #Tunisia #Sweden