We need a Kaka, say Japan

Despairing of Japan's lack of killer instinct at the World Cup, the country's soccer chief said the missing ingredient was obvious: "We need a Kaka."Japan failed to press their goal advantage and......

Croatia hold edge over shell-shocked Japan

Croatia and Japan go into Sunday's World Cup survival clash poles apart, despite being without a point in Group F. The Croats have been putting a positive spin on their 1-0 defeat by champions......

Experience with a twist for Japan at World Cup

Japan coach Zico opted for experience in naming his World Cup squad on Monday, although he did add a twist with the bold inclusion of fringe striker Seiichiro Maki. The Brazilian axed Yokohama's......

Japan win men's gymnastics team gold

Japan revived memories of their glorious gymnastics past when they upstaged favourites China and the United States to snatch the Olympic men's team gold for the first time in 28 years on Monday.A......

Japan whip India in WC qualifier

India were handed a 7-0 drubbing by Japan in the Asian zone Group 3 first round qualifying match for the 2006 football World Cup in Germany on Wednesday.In a completely one-sided match in Saitama,......