Japan captain Endo out of World Cup, ends international career (opens original article in a new tab)

Japan captain Wataru Endo was ruled out of the World Cup due to a foot injury and announced his retirement from international football. Japan's team faces multiple injuries ahead of the tournament.

• Japan captain Wataru Endo ruled out of World Cup due to foot injury
• Endo announced international retirement after 73 caps and four goals for Japan
• Japan's squad faces multiple injuries ahead of World Cup with key players excluded