Japan's 18-Woman Squad for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Japan Women National Football Team has officially announced their 18-woman squad for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris. The squad is a mix of experienced players and emerging talents, ready to compete at the highest level.

Here is Japan Squad for 2024 Paris Olympics:

Goalkeepers:

1. Ayaka Yamashita (INAC Kobe Leonessa)

2. Chika Hirao (Albirex Niigata)

Defenders:

1. Saki Kumagai

2. Moeka Minami (Roma)

3. Risa Shimizu (West Ham)

4. Hikaru Kitagawa (INAC Kobe Leonessa)

5. Hana Takahashi (Urawa Reds)

6. Toko Koga (Feyenoord)

Midfielders:

1. Kiko Seike (Urawa Reds)

2. Yui Hasegawa (Manchester City)

3. Honoka Hayashi (West Ham)

4. Fuka Nagano (Liverpool)

5. Hinata Miyazawa (Manchester United)

6. Aoba Fujino (Tokyo Verdy Beleza)

7. Momoko Tanikawa (Rosengard)

Forwards:

1. Mina Tanaka (INAC Kobe Leonessa)

2. Riko Ueki (West Ham)

3. Maika Hamano (Chelsea)

Head Coach: 

Futoshi Ikeda

This squad showcases a blend of domestic and international talent, ready to compete at the highest level in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Japan faces a challenging start to their Olympic campaign in Group C, beginning with a match against reigning World Cup champions Spain. They will then confront Brazil and Nigeria in subsequent fixtures. This tough group stage lineup promises thrilling encounters as Japan aims to showcase their skill and determination on the global stage.

Japan's team is expected to bring a competitive edge to the tournament with their blend of defensive solidity and attacking prowess. Fans are eagerly anticipating their performance on the global stage.