2026 World Cup injuries tracker: Major concerns for USMNT's Richards
• Japan's hopes for the 2026 World Cup have suffered a significant blow following an injury to star player Kaoru Mitoma. • Mitoma is considered one of Japan's most impactful players, having recently scored the winning goal in a victory against England in March. • The injury creates a critical gap in the squad as Japan prepares to compete in Group F against the Netherlands, Sweden, and Tunisia.
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