Hajime Moriyasu was expected to confirm on Thursday he was staying as head coach of the Japan men's soccer team, but instead he said he needed time to relax and review the World Cup results before deciding his future.
Japan winger Keito Nakamura is keen to move to the Premier League this summer after attracting interest from several clubs, following his impressive World Cup performances.
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Paraguay shocks Germany and everything else you need to know from a dramatic day of World Cup action
Paraguay pulled off the shock of the tournament so far, and Brazil and Morocco booked their places in the Round of 16 after knockout round wins on Monday.
Brazil are through to the round of 16 of the World Cup at the expense of Japan after Gabriel Martinelli scored a late winner in a thriller at NRG Stadium.
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