Former AC Milan and Japan coach Alberto Zaccheroni said on Wednesday the implementation of the five-substitute rule has "changed the game", leading to higher quality matches at the World Cup. Speaking in Doha as part of FIFA's technical study group which analyses tactics and trends at the World Cup, Zaccheroni said the change was "a brilliant way to avoid tiredness". "(Now) we
The sight of Japanese fans at a World Cup bagging trash after a match — win or lose — always surprises non-Japanese. Japanese players are famous for doing the same in their team dressing room: hanging up towels, cleaning the floor, and even leaving a thank-you note. After Japan lost…
Japanese fans and players get attention at every World Cup because they clean up after themselves after the matches. This happens if they win or lose. The behavior is driving social media posts at this World Cup in Qatar