- How did the Japanese national team recover in Nashville?
- Immediately after arrival, you will receive icing, stretching, and massage in the indoor recovery room. The next day, he switched to light water training, focusing on muscle recovery and lightening the load. The condition of the muscles was analyzed using a low-temperature environment, compression therapy, and specialized equipment.
- What is the schedule and broadcast information for the next match against Sweden?
- Kickoff on Thursday, June 26th at 8am JST. The venue is Children's Mercy Park in Kansas City. It will be broadcast live on NHK General Television from 8pm and distributed online on DAZN.
- Is there a chance that the Japanese national team will advance to the final tournament after playing against Sweden?
- This is the final match of the group stage, and depending on the points they win, there is a possibility that they will advance to the final tournament. If they win two games in a row, they will be able to take the lead, so they will be able to rework their tactics in parallel with their recovery.
- Who is the coach in charge of recovery training?
- Physical coach Kenichi Sato oversees the recovery program. His role is to minimize the burden on the players by ensuring thorough recovery immediately after the match. Team doctor Miho Suzuki also emphasizes the quality of recovery.
- Is the effectiveness of recovery supported by data?
- Data from the Japan Football Association shows that starting recovery within 24 hours after a match reduces a player's risk of muscle injury by an average of 30%. Passengers were also instructed to stretch regularly and hydrate themselves during the flight to prevent a drop in blood flow.
- Where will the match against Sweden be held?
- It will be held at Children's Mercy Park in Kansas City, USA. This will be the stage for the third group stage match of the Japanese national team.
