J.League Regista – Page 31 – Nihon, Sakkā, Mirai. All in one place.

The story of the Derby in Yokohama (and its rebirth)

Yokohama might get the title of the Japanese football capital this year, but first we must take a look at what the derby meant for the city.

The story of the Derby in Yokohama (and its rebirth)

The Market Report – 2020 J2 League

Some loans, a return to the second tier and a legend descending to old times: these have been the 10 most interesting signings in the second division.

All I want for 2020 is development

There’s one final step Japanese football has to take to overcome its massive flaw: fixing the refereeing by improving. A lot

Lords of the Transfers: The Company of Signings

Japanese football fans are active throughout the world in ways you probably can’t even imagine. Transfer market window is a good time to see them in action.

Lords of the Transfers: The Company of Signings

Das ist das Ende

Lukas Podolski is on his way out, but his two and a half years in Japan won’t exactly stand the test of time. At least, not in a positive manner.

2019 Regista Awards: J1 League

From the incredible title-run of Marinos to the usual scrambles to avoid relegation: these are the awards for the 2019 J1 League

The Brazilian demiurge

Foreigners were instrumental to let Marinos win the J1 title after 15 years, but Marcos Júnior played a crucial role in this escalation.

Trust the Process

In four years, Oita Trinita switched from a J3-relegation to surprise of the last season in J1. Most of the credit goes to Tomohiro Katanosaka, the man behind their rebirth.

2019 Regista Awards: J2 League

From the 13-1 win of Kashiwa against Kyoto to the fascinating duels for promotion, playoffs and relegation: 2019 J2 League never ceased to amaze us.

The Basque gatekeeper

Jon Ander Serantes didn’t seem like the ideal fit for Avispa, but his season in Fukuoka proves there’s space for more wonder-stories like his.

Gamble or bet?

One hit-wonder seasons are dangerous, but Leonardo has had another striking year in Niigata and he might be ready to rewrite the history books.