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2024 - 1 - 1Shocker in Asian Cup Squad Selection: Injured Mitoma Makes the Cut
Asian Cup - Football - Hong Kong national football team - Injuries in sports - Japan national football team - Kaoru Mitoma - South Korea national football team - Vietnam national football teamFind out how Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma secured his spot in Japan's Asian Cup squad despite his ankle injury!
Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma has caused a stir in the football world by being selected in Japan's Asian Cup squad despite battling an ankle injury. Coach Hajime Moriyasu's decision to include the sidelined winger has raised eyebrows, with doubts lingering over his fitness for the tournament in Qatar. Mitoma, a key player for his club, faces a race against time to recover and make a significant impact for his national team.
On the flip side, the Asian Cup excitement intensifies as countries like Hong Kong celebrate historic victories. Hong Kong's national team managed a remarkable 2-1 win over China, marking their first victory in 29 years. The unexpected triumph has injected a new wave of confidence as they gear up for the upcoming Asian Cup finals.
Meanwhile, as Japan and Korea gear up for the tournament, the spotlight shines on the star-studded squads announced. With both teams emphasizing European talent in their line-ups, the competition is expected to be fierce. Japan's blend of international and domestic players sets the stage for an intriguing showdown in the AFC Asian Cup.
In a surprising turn of events, injured players like Mitoma and the rising star Pham Tuan Hai from Vietnam are set to be the ones to watch during the Asian Cup. Despite setbacks, these players have the opportunity to shine on the big stage and leave a lasting impact on the tournament.
Mitoma named in Japan's Asian Cup squad despite ankle injury (Reuters)
Brighton & Hove Albion winger Kaoru Mitoma has been included in Japan's squad for this month's Asian Cup finals in Qatar despite being sidelined with an ...
Japan call on Mitoma to help erase Asian Cup 'frustration' (FRANCE 24)
Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma was named in Japan's Asian Cup squad on Monday despite an ankle injury, as coach Hajime Moriyasu looks to erase the ...
Football: Mitoma in, Furuhashi left out of Japan's Asian Cup squad (Kyodo News Plus)
Injured Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma is named to Japan's Asian Cup squad, but Celtic goal machine Kyogo Furuhashi was omitted along with World Cup team ...
Mitoma named in Japan's Asian Cup squad despite injury (Sportstar)
Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma was named in Japan's squad for this month's Asian Cup on Monday, despite being ruled out for up to six weeks with an ankle ...
AFC Asian Cup 2024: Kaoru Mitoma Headlines Japan Squad ... (News18)
Despite the 26-year-old being ruled out for up to six weeks with an ankle injury, Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu included Mitoma in his 26-man squad for the ...
De Zerbi surprised by Mitoma selection in Japan's Asian Cup squad (Premier League)
Brighton manager doubts whether winger can recover from injury in time to represent country in Qatar.
Moriyasu includes 'injured' Mitoma in Japan's AFC Asian Cup squad (Khel Now)
Japan boss Hajime Moriyasu has included an injured Karou Mitoma in their AFC Asian Cup 2023 squad.
Vietnam star striker 'player to watch' at Asian Cup (VnExpress International)
The Asian Football Confederation as named striker Pham Tuan Hai as Vietnam's "Player to Watch" at the upcoming Asian Cup. - VnExpress International.
Brighton manager surprised by injured Mitoma's Asian Cup call-up (Sportstar)
The 26-year-old has not featured for Brighton since limping off during a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace on December 21 due to an ankle injury.
Soccer-Brighton manager surprised by injured Mitoma's Asian Cup ... (The Star Online)
(Reuters) - Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi said he was surprised by Kaoru Mitoma's call-up to the Japan squad for the Asian Cup with the ...
Brighton manager surprised by injured Mitoma's Asian Cup call-up (The Straits Times)
Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi said he was surprised by Kaoru Mitoma's call-up to the Japan squad for the Asian Cup with the winger ...
Roberto De Zerbi puzzled by Kaoru Mitoma's inclusion in Japan ... (BT Sport)
Roberto De Zerbi admits he was 'really surprised' by Kaoru Mitoma's inclusion in Japan's Asian Cup squad, despite his ankle injury.
Hong Kong's footballers beat China for first time in 29 years (South China Morning Post)
The city's national team win 2-1 in friendly in Abu Dhabi as they get major boost ahead of Asian Cup finals · Poon Pui-hin is the hero, scoring both goals to end ...
HK footballers beat China for first time in 38 years - RTHK (RTHK)
The SAR's men's team defeated China 2-1 in a close-door friendly, the first time Hong Kong have beaten the national team in nearly four decades. The s...
Japan announce star-studded squad for Asian Cup (VnExpress International)
Japan, Vietnam's opponent in the 2024 Asian Cup, have announced their final squad list of 26 players, of whom 20 are playing in Europe.
Korea rivals Japan sending Euro-heavy squad to Asian Cup (Korea Times)
Japan will send a squad full of European flavor to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup this month, likely offering the biggest challenge to ...
Tomiyasu called up by Japan for Asian Cup | International | News (Arsenal.com)
Takehiro Tomiyasu has been named in the Japan squad for the upcoming Asian Cup, and will link up with his teammates on Friday, January 5.
S. Korea rivals Japan sending Euro-heavy squad to Asian Cup (Yonhap News)
By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, Jan. 2 (Yonhap) -- Japan will send a squad full of European flavor ...
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