
Hurzeler unsure if Japan’s Mitoma will make World Cup
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says he “is not sure yet” if Japan winger Kaoru Mitoma will be fit to play in the 2026 World Cup.
SATURDAY, 16 MAY 2026, 17:31

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says he “is not sure yet” if Japan winger Kaoru Mitoma will be fit to play in the 2026 World Cup.

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