News, goals, and analysis – only on the official A BOLA app. World Cup The former Japanese international Keisuke Honda, 40 years old, has offered to take over as head coach of the Japan national team following the team’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup. Japan advanced to the knockout stages in second place in Group F, showcasing excellent football: 2-2 against the Netherlands, 4-0 against Tunisia, and 1-1 against Sweden. However, in the Round of 16, the Japanese were defeated by Brazil, 1-2, with the decisive goal scored in stoppage time at 90+5 minutes. The elimination sparked debate about the head coach position, especially since Hajime Moriyasu’s contract has expired, but he did not indicate in the last press conference whether he would continue. However, there is already a contender. Keisuke Honda, an attacking midfielder with 98 caps and 37 goals for the national team, has put himself forward to replace Moriyasu, who has been in charge since 2018 and has yet to win a knockout match. “I know this may be controversial, but I will say it anyway. I saw the news that they are offering coach Hajime Moriyasu a one-year contract extension. But if that proposal is just a temporary solution because they can’t find another candidate for the next coach, then why not give me that opportunity for a year?” “If we lose the Asian Cup, you can fire me without hesitation or explanation. I am ready to take on that challenge,” proposed Honda, who acted as a commentator and analyst during the World Cup. Meanwhile, the national news agency Kyodo reports that the federation wants Moriyasu to remain in charge. It is possible that the coach will receive a one-year contract extension to continue leading Japan in the next Asian Nations Cup, which will take place early next year in Saudi Arabia, from January 7 to February 5. KEISUKE HONDA WANTS TO BE THE NEW COACH OF JAPAN!! After learning that only a one-year contract extension is being offered to Hajime Moriyasu as Japan’s head coach, the legendary Keisuke Honda has raised his hand to take the position. The Asian idol said that if… As a player, Honda stood out during his time at AC Milan, spending three and a half years there from 2014 to 2017, totaling 92 matches, 11 goals, and 15 assists. As a coach, he has only one experience, with the Cambodia national team from 2018 to 2023. Since he did not possess the necessary licenses for the head coach position, he officially held the title of team manager, but in reality, he was the de facto coach of the team. Even now, he does not have the necessary licenses for the role of Japan’s head coach, according to Japanese media. His proposal comes in the context of having recently been announced as a player for FC Albirex Jurong in the Singapore league for the 2026/2027 season. How is he still playing at this age? Honda revealed that he “seeks various personal challenges,” including becoming the player with goals in the most different leagues.
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