Facing a 2-0 deficit in the 51st minute, Japan's spirited comeback attempt fell short against Sweden in the Women's World Cup in Auckland.
Nadeshiko Japan excelled in its first four matches at the Women's World Cup. Riding a wave of momentum, can Japan earn three more wins to capture...
Second-half goals by Risa Shimizu and Hinata Miyazawa ensured that Nadeshiko Japan would play the Sweden-United States winner in the quarterfinals.
Manager Futoshi Ikeda's squad outscored its FIFA Women's World Cup opponents 11-0 in three Group C matches in New Zealand to reach the round of 16
Hinata Miyazawa notched goals in the 43rd and 62nd minutes to lead Japan to a convincing FIFA Women's World Cup victory over Group C foe Zambia.
It was their first NBA encounter since February 9, 2020. “It’s an honor as a Japanese for us two to be here competing on the same...
Mana Iwabuchi scores in the 84th minute as the host nation salvages a draw in the teams’ Olympic opener.
Young stars elevate national team’s talent level as it gears up for first Olympic appearance since 1976.
Manager Toru Oniki's club has played 12 games this season, winning 10 times and earning two draws.
"The torch of Tokyo 2020 will become a bright light for hope for Japanese citizens and citizens in the world and a light at the end...
Athletes, teams, leagues and sports fans supported one another in the aftermath of the Tohoku disasters, lifting each other's spirits.
The word “motivation” has been ingrained in society by the sports industry. It is often simply used as a word to express “enthusiasm,” but the...