Japan beats Brazil for first time in chaotic comeback win

In a match marked by defensive breakdowns on both sides, Samurai Blue was able to overturn a two-goal deficit and extend its home unbeaten streak to 21 games.

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Takefusa Kubo scored his seventh goal of the Spanish La Liga season as he helped Real Sociedad come back to beat Mallorca 2-1. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/02/19/soccer/kubo-sociedad-rally-win/ #soccer #takefusakubo #laliga #realsociedad #mallorca
Takefusa Kubo scores equalizer as Real Sociedad rallies for win over Mallorca

Kubo notched his seventh goal of the Spanish La Liga season.

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Spanish club Real Sociedad said Monday that it has extended Takefusa Kubo's contract until 2029. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/02/13/soccer/kubo-real-sociedad-contract/ #soccer #realsociedad #laliga #takefusakubo
Kubo extends Real Sociedad contract until 2029

The former Barcelona youth player has slotted in well with the team, scoring nine goals last season.

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Takefusa Kubo was tipped for stardom after joining Barcelona's academy at age 10 and the Japanese attacking midfielder now looks poised to realize his potential by taking the Asian Cup by storm. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/01/13/soccer/takefusa-kubo-asian-cup-liftoff/?utm_content=buffer2a600&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #soccer #samuraiblue #2023asiancup #takefusakubo
Ex-Barcelona junior Kubo set for lift-off with Japan at Asian Cup

The 22-year-old has found his feet at Real Sociedad this season, scoring six goals and helping the club top its Champions League group.

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Manchester United could offer Antony in exchange for Real Sociedad's Takefusa Kubo - Paper Round - Eurosport

Manchester United are reportedly considering offering Antony in exchange for Real Sociedad’s Takefusa Kubo.

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Japan attacker Takefusa Kubo scored one goal and set up another in Real Sociedad's 3-0 victory away to Villarreal in Spain's La Liga on Saturday. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2023/12/11/soccer/real-sociedad-kubo/?utm_content=buffera3498&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #soccer #realsociedad #takefusakubo #laliga
Kubo scores and assists in Real Sociedad away win

The attacker is hoping to score at least 10 goals after netting nine times in the previous season.

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Takefusa Kubo gave another man-of-the-match performance Saturday as he led Real Sociedad to victory over Mallorca in the Spanish top flight. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2023/10/22/soccer/kubo-sociedad-mallorca-assist/?utm_content=buffer9b7c9&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #soccer #takefusakubo #realsociedad #mallorca #laliga
Takefusa Kubo sets up winner as Sociedad beats Mallorca

La Liga's Player of the Month for September maintained his outstanding form upon returning from the international break.

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Japan won its final match ahead of Asian second-round qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Kyogo Furuhashi and Junya Ito scoring in a 2-0 win over Tunisia. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2023/10/18/soccer/samurai-blue-tunisia-furuhashi-ito/?utm_content=buffer4edd8&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #soccer #samuraiblue #tunisia #kyogofuruhashi #junyaito #takefusakubo
Kyogo Furuhashi, Junya Ito score as Samurai Blue ease past Tunisia

The Samurai Blue expanded their winning streak to six while also earning their first clean sheet in five games.

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Japan midfielder Takefusa Kubo is La Liga Player of the Month for September on Friday after a run of outstanding performances for Real Sociedad. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2023/10/08/soccer/kubo-potm-la-liga/?utm_content=buffer606d6&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #soccer #takefusakubo #realsociedad #laliga
Real Sociedad's Takefusa Kubo wins La Liga monthly MVP for September

The 22-year-old Samurai Blue star took the monthly award for the first time in his career.

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Takefusa Kubo's star performance not enough against Real Madrid

Takefusa Kubo put in a stellar performance against his former club Real Madrid.

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