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Nishino to leave Japan post
Akira Nishino Despite leading Japan to the round of 16 at the World Cup, Akira Nishino's contract will not be renewed.
Lukaku far from Belgium's only threat - Shoji
Romelu Lukaku Romelu Lukaku is likely to be Gen Shoji's direct opponent at the World Cup, but the Japan defender knows there is far more to Belgium.
Japan survive Nishino's selection gamble but tougher test awaits
Akira Nishino Akira Nishino threatened to undo his own good work by making six changes against Poland, but Japan somehow clung on in the World Cup.
Japan fear Lewandowski backlash in key Group H clash
Eiji Kawashima Poland have little to play for against Japan but coach Akira Nishino says that is no reason to underestimate striker Robert Lewandowski.
Mane and Senegal holding no fear for Japan
Akira Nishino After winning their opening World Cup Group H meeting, Japan are not running scared of Senegal ahead of Sunday's clash in Ekaterinburg.
Nishino concerned Japan players affected by Osaka earthquake
Keisuke Honda After an earthquake hit the Japanese city of Osaka, Akira Nishino says his players have been disrupted by it.
