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Wataru Endo has been one of the most reliable Japanese international footballers for more than a decade, growing into their captain. But in a late twist, the Liverpool midfielder won't be taking part ...

Japan's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been rocked by the late withdrawal of captain Wataru Endo-- just three days before they open their Group F campaign against Netherlands in ...

Japan’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup were rocked by a massive hurdle just days before their tournament kicked off in North America. Wataru Endo, the team’s regular captain and defensive ...

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu made the final decision about team captain Wataru Endo not playing in the World Cup because of a left foot injury that would have likely kept the 33-year-old Liverpool ...

Two days after Japanese captain Wataru Endo withdrew from the World Cup due to an ankle ⁠injury, his coach Hajime Moriyasu told reporters that he took responsibility for the decision. Following his ...

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Endo has also confirmed he will retire from international football Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images Japan captain Wataru Endo has withdrawn from the nation’s World Cup squad after failing to recover ...

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