Japan's National team football manager, Hajime Moriyasu, speaks to the media at a press conference in Tokyo on July 24, 2026, after agreeing to coach Japan at the next Asian Cup. Japanese media said Moriyasu's contract would expire after the Asian Cup, which takes place in Saudi Arabia from January 7 to February 5. He will step down regardless of Japan's performance at the tournament and be succeeded by current Under-23 boss Go Oiwa, reports said, citing the Japan Football Association. (Photo by JIJI Press / AFP via Getty Images) / Japan OUT