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Takefusa Kubo

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Kubo to inherit Minamino's No. 8 shirt at World Cup

Japan's Takefusa Kubo will wear the No. 8 shirt at the 2026 World Cup, replacing the injured Takumi Minamino. The 25-year-old Real Sociedad forward is seen as a key attacking asset alongside teammates Daichi Kamada and Ritsu Doan.

May 29, 2026

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Japan National Team at 2026 World Cup: Expectations and Challenges

Japan, the first team outside the host to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, have beaten Germany, Brazil, England, and Spain since 2022. However, star winger Kaoru Mitoma's injury threatens their hopes of surpassing their best performance—the round of 16.

May 22, 2026