Japan flag more support for Nadeshiko after Asian Cup triumph, eye hosting 2039 Women's World Cup

The Japan Football Association has flagged greater support for Nadeshiko following their recent Women's Asian Cup triumph.

USWNT’s next test: Japan, champions of Asia, with a roster of international stars in the making

The SheBelieves Cup result has likely stuck with U.S. players as much as it has Hayes, and helps explain why she seized the ...

Japan wins the Women’s Asian Cup, beating Australia 1-0 on Hamano’s early strike

Maika Hamano took a pass from the left with her back to goal, turned and launched a powerful strike from outside the area in ...

Japan beats South Korea 4-1 to set up Women's Asian Cup final against Australia

Japan is the only Asian team to have won the Women’s World Cup — beating the U.S. on penalties in the 2011 final. Sam Kerr ...