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Japan's national football team defeated Ecuador in a penalty shootout to advance to the final of the Kirin Challenge Cup 2026, the Japan Football Association announced in its match report. Former Japan defender Atsuto Uchida is among the names drawing attention in Japan as fans react to the Samurai Blue's shootout victory and discuss the team's path to the decisive match.
- 2Young Japan footballers set sights on LA 2028 Olympics▼Young Samurai Blue turn attention to LA28 after 2026 Asian Games
Japan's under-age men's football team, known as the Samurai Blue, is shifting focus to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games following its campaign at the 2026 Asian Games. The squad is viewed as a development pathway toward the Olympics, with attention now on how its young players can progress into contenders for the LA tournament.