【画像】今年のサッカー日本代表、世界ランク13位まで上り詰めてしまうｗｗｗｗ
【Image】Japan National Football Team Climbs to World No. 13 in FIFA Rankings! Unbelievable!
Japan's national football team reaching 13th in the FIFA rankings is creating a huge buzz. Netizens are thrilled, saying, "They've finally made it this far!" and "They're a powerhouse now."
With their impressive run continuing since the World Cup, fan expectations for future success are at an all-time high. Don't miss their continued rise!
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FIFA Rankings
The "FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking," published by FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association), serves as an indicator of the relative strength of men's national teams worldwide. This is not merely a popularity contest; instead, points are awarded based on a complex calculation formula derived from the results of international 'A' matches over the past four years, determining each country's position. The formula is expressed as "P = M x I x T x C," where M represents match results (win, draw, loss), I represents the importance of the match (e.g., friendly match, World Cup qualifier, World Cup finals), T represents the opponent team's ranking, and C represents the strength of the continental confederation (coefficient). For instance, a victory in the World Cup finals yields significantly more points than a victory in a friendly match. This ranking is crucial as it heavily influences a team's standing on the international stage, being used for seedings in draws for the World Cup and continental championships. Japan's ascent to 13th place signifies that while they consistently remain a top-tier Asian team, they are now definitively approaching the global elite. This is highly significant, as it increases their chances of competing under more favorable conditions in future international tournaments.
Moriyasu Japan
"Moriyasu Japan" is the affectionate nickname for the Japan national football team led by head coach Hajime Moriyasu, who took office after the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia. Moriyasu previously served as an assistant coach under Akira Nishino before being promoted to head coach of the senior national team. Under his leadership, the Japan national team has steadily evolved. Notably, at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, they caused the "Miracle of Doha" by successively defeating former champions Germany and Spain in the group stage, making a global name for themselves. Although they were narrowly defeated by Croatia in a penalty shootout in the round of 16, their performance was highly praised, leading to his rare reappointment after the tournament. Coach Moriyasu employs a flexible strategy that builds on organized defense while leveraging the individual strengths of his players in attack. The team boasts numerous players excelling in top European leagues, such as Takefusa Kubo, Kaoru Mitoma, Wataru Endo, and Takehiro Tomiyasu, with the depth of the squad also being a key factor in their current strength. The current FIFA ranking of 13th is the culmination of their World Cup success, subsequent winning streaks in international 'A' matches, and consistent performance in World Cup qualifiers, serving as proof of the coach's acumen and the team's growth.
AFC Asian Cup / World Cup Qualifiers
The AFC Asian Cup and FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers are extremely crucial international tournaments for the Japan national football team to significantly climb the FIFA rankings. The AFC Asian Cup, organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), is the most prestigious football tournament on the Asian continent, held every four years. Strong performances in this competition, especially winning or reaching the top ranks, contribute greatly to FIFA ranking points. Japan is a powerhouse in Asia with four past championships and is always expected to achieve high results. Although they were eliminated in the quarterfinals in the recent 2023 tournament (held in 2024 due to COVID-19), they consistently accumulated points through winning streaks leading up to the tournament and victories during the competition. On the other hand, the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers are a highly important battle for a spot in the World Cup, the biggest football spectacle. The Asian Qualifiers are conducted over multiple rounds, with qualification for the main tournament decided by successfully navigating the final round. Each match in the qualifiers also counts towards FIFA ranking points; securing wins against lower-ranked opponents, as well as defeating strong Asian teams in the final qualifiers, significantly boosts the ranking. The Japan national team has continuously ascended the FIFA rankings by consistently achieving good results in these tournaments. The current 13th place ranking is largely attributed to their recent impressive run in World Cup qualifiers and their past achievements in the Asian Cup.