All posts tagged "Samurai Blue"

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  Features

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  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Arnold Schwarzenegger Invokes Soviet Olympic Hero in Message to Russians

  The former California governor, movie star and bodybuilder recalls boyhood idol Yury Vlasov in an emotional anti-war video.

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

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  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Aiming to Exceed Record Medal Haul from Pyeongchang Games

  Returning Japanese standout athletes from four years ago spark optimism for an even better showing at the Beijing Olympics.

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

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  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Nebraska’s Keisei Tominaga Raises Profile with Strong Performances Early in the Season

  The sophomore guard scored a season-high 23 points, including 5 of 6 from 3-point range, against South Dakota on November 27.

  By Ed Odeven
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  Soccer

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  Japan Gets Back on Track with Hard-Earned Victory over Australia

  Under-fire manager Hajime Moriyasu’s squad secured a much-needed three points and ended the Socceroos’ world record 11-match victory streak in World...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

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  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Doubts Emerge on Japan’s Ability to Secure a Spot in 2022 World Cup

  A loss to Saudi Arabia exacerbates Samurai Blue’s challenge of qualifying for next year’s tournament in Qatar.

  By Ed Odeven