Moriyasu Watch · Jul 9, 2026
Reported: Moriyasu to accept a 6-month deal, making the Asian Cup his final act
Multiple outlets report Moriyasu has accepted a short-term extension through the AFC Asian Cup, with the JFA lining up a new coach from the March windows on. The reported terms have no title-based extension: even if Japan lifts the trophy in Riyadh, he steps down after. The board is expected to finalize around July 23. If it holds, January in Saudi Arabia isn't just a title chase, it's a send-off. We'll update when it's official.