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Japan's World Cup opener against the Netherlands on Sunday will see a more united squad after an emergency meeting to overcome the shock of losing captain Wataru Endo to injury. Endo's absence leaves a void in defense but has galvanized the team ahead of a tough Group F match.
USMNT star Christian Pulisic has eased fears over his injury after being substituted at halftime in the team’s 4-1 win over Paraguay. The AC Milan midfielder called the move precautionary following a minor knock to his left calf, and both he and coach Pochettino said it was not serious.
Shohei Ohtani went 2-for-2 with his 13th home run of the season before leaving Thursday's game in the seventh inning due to left knee inflammation, as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-6. The injury's severity remains unclear, but the team's medical staff is monitoring the situation closely.
Japan's World Cup hopes have been dealt a devastating blow as captain Wataru Endo is ruled out on the opening day due to an injury sustained in training. Teammate Daichi Kamada called it a 'huge shock,' while coach Hajime Moriyasu pledged the team would fight for their leader. Endo, 33, who has 65 caps, missed the previous World Cup in 2022 for similar reasons.
Japan captain Wataru Endo has announced his retirement from international football after failing to recover from a foot injury, just three days before Japan's opening match of the 2026 World Cup against the Netherlands. The 33-year-old Liverpool midfielder was replaced in the squad by Shuto Machino. Endo said he was disappointed but proud to have captained the team and expressed confidence Japan will one day win the World Cup.
Japan captain Wataru Endo has withdrawn from the World Cup squad due to a foot injury, the Japan Football Association confirmed on Thursday. The Liverpool midfielder cannot recover in time for the tournament and will return to his club for treatment. His absence is a significant loss for Japan both as a leader and a defensive anchor.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams and Victor Munoz will be fit for the World Cup 2026 opener against Cape Verde on June 15. The trio are recovering from injuries and stayed behind for rehabilitation as the team played a friendly in Puebla.
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed that Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams are likely to recover from hamstring injuries in time for Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15. Both missed the end of the club season but were named to the squad.
Lionel Messi trained separately during Argentina's first World Cup practice due to left hamstring fatigue, but is expected to be fit for the opener against Algeria on June 16. The 38-year-old Inter Miami captain worked on specific exercises with physiotherapy staff and is making good progress.
