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The United States picked up a big win over Japan in a friendly at Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday night -- a result that gives Mauricio Pochettino's side some good news to end the September international window.

Ritsu Dōan follows in the footsteps of two Japanese compatriots who both enjoyed fine spells at Eintracht Frankfurt.

Gabe Tan discusses Tottenham Hotspur's new signing Kōta Takai from Japan.

In the span of three years, Kōta Takai has gone from making his professional debut to signing for Tottenham.

Japan defender Kota Takai has joined Tottenham Hotspur from J-League side Kawasaki Frontale, the club has announced.

Are Ayase Ueda and Japan are poised to take the 2026 World Cup by storm? ESPN tackles that, and Asia's other big talking points from the latest round of qualifiers.

Japan's ruthless display showed Indonesia the level they need to reach if they want to get to the FIFA World Cup.
VIDEO SHOWS: HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ASIAN FOOTBALL CONFEDERATION'S 2026 WORLD CUP QUALIFIER, JAPAN V INDONESIA

After a breakout season with Blackburn, Yūki Ōhashi is determined to grab his current opportunity with Japan.

Australia, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Oman are all still looking to keep their World Cup dream alive on Tuesday.
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
# | Player | Goals | M | A |
---|---|---|---|---|
Ayase Ueda | 8 | 9 | 2 | |
Koki Ogawa | 6 | 8 | 1 | |
Daichi Kamada | 5 | 12 | 1 |
Top Assists
# | Player | Assists | M | G |
---|---|---|---|---|
Junya Ito | 10 | 9 | 1 | |
Takefusa Kubo | 8 | 11 | 4 | |
Ritsu Doan | 4 | 12 | 3 |