Cerezo Osaka became the third Japanese side to make the last 16 of the Asian Champions League after they clinched top spot in Group J on Friday with a goalless draw with Kitchee FC of Hong Kong....
Spanish football legend Andres Iniesta said Friday he wants to "achieve big goals" with Japan's Vissel Kobe after signing a two-year contract extension....
Uruguay's most-capped player Diego Forlan is unlikely to be offered a new contract by Japanese club Cerezo Osaka, local media reported on Monday....
Japanese table-toppers Urawa Reds frittered away more points as they drew 1-1 at Kashima Antlers on Sunday, allowing Gamba Osaka to close to within three points in a cliff-hanging title race....
Former Germany and Stuttgart striker Cacau scored the lone goal in Cerezo Osaka's 1-0 win over Urawa Reds at home Saturday, stopping the J-League leaders' winning streak at four matches....