Celtic Stars Join Japan Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Celtic forwards Kyogo Furuhashi and Daizen Maeda have been called up to the Japan national team for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The duo will join former Celtic teammates in the squad, aiming to secure Japan's spot in the 2026 World Cup. This call-up comes at a crucial time as Japan faces critical matches that could determine their qualification fate.
Alongside Furuhashi and Maeda, Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma and Liverpool's Wataru Endo are also part of the squad. The presence of these high-profile players is expected to bolster Japan's chances in the qualifiers. The team's performance in these matches will be pivotal, especially with the competition intensifying in the Asian qualifiers.
The inclusion of Celtic players in the Japan squad highlights the global reach and impact of the Scottish club. Fans and analysts alike will be keenly watching how Furuhashi and Maeda perform on the international stage, as their contributions could be decisive for Japan's World Cup aspirations.
Detailed Wataru Endo and Kaoru Mitoma named in Japan squad
