Brighton's Mitoma Misses Japan's 2026 World Cup Squad Due to Injury
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- •Kaoru Mitoma plays for Brighton & Hove Albion in the English Premier League.
- •Mitoma suffered a hamstring injury that prevented his selection for Japan's World Cup team.
- •Japan announced their final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on May 15, 2026.
- •The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in North America.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Japan's coaching staff successfully integrates replacement forwards Japan may maintain a strong offensive performance despite Mitoma's absence, benefiting the team's World Cup campaign.
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