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Kamada extends Palace stay
Daichi Kamada has signed a new contract with Crystal Palace until the summer of 2027. The 29-year-old midfielder has been with Palace for the past two years, making 89 appearances for the club and playing a key role in their FA Cup and Uefa Conference League triumphs. Over the last two years Daichi has made a great impact in the centre of midfield, as well as becoming a fans' favourite on and off the pitch.
Maeda 'can't stay at my current level' after World Cup exit
Daizen Maeda says the World Cup "made me realise that I can't stay at my current level" after the Celtic forward suffered last-32 disappointment as Japan were knocked out following a 2-1 defeat by Brazil. A transfer from the Scottish champions to Wolfsburg reportedly fell through late in last summer's transfer window for the 28-year-old. "I personally feel that I need to keep improving and take another step forward," Maeda was quoted as saying by Sky Sports after the loss to Brazil.
Moriyasu: Japan closing in on elite nations despite World Cup exit
Japan's World Cup journey came to an end at the hands of Brazil, but Hajime Moriyasu is confident his team will bounce back stronger. The post Moriyasu: Japan closing in on elite nations despite World Cup exit appeared first on SoccerNews.
