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Our Head Coach Atsushi Hanita & Team Captain Paul Lizama represented NMI at the AFC U20 Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Press Conference ahead of the competition starting today, August 31 at 1:00 PM (3:00 PM Saipan Time). Today, we are kicking off the qualifiers in a match against the host country, Mongolia, and will be […]
Our team had their first training session at the MFF Stadium, getting acclimated to the conditions here in Ulaanbaatar. It was a good session as the team put in their final work ahead of our first match. Today, we are taking on the host country, Mongolia, at 3:00 PM Saipan time! NMI vs Mongolia | […]
We wrapped up our training camp in Japan with a joint training session with Higashikurume Sogo High School at the JFA Yume Field. The session provided another valuable opportunity for our team to test themselves and build momentum ahead of the competition. With training camp complete, our team headed to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, ready to put […]
Let’s rally behind our NMI U20 Men’s National Team as they represent our islands and carry our flag with pride at the AFC U20 Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers!
Our team took a tour around the JFA Yume Field facilities, getting a behind-the-scenes look at the different fields, rooms, and areas the facility has to offer. The highlight was an unexpected opportunity to meet Coach Hajime Moriyasu, current head coach of the Japan Men’s National Team! We also had our second training match against […]
Our Junior National Academy is holding tryouts for 2026-2027! Tryouts Schedule: Eligibility: Students, tryouts are more than a chance to showcase your football skills, they’re an opportunity to learn how the choices you make off the field can impact your performance on it. As part of the tryouts, participants will take part in a special […]
In the morning, our team made their way to Makuhari Seaside Park for a special activation workshop with BUILD94 from Japan. We took part in a range of activities focused on stretching, mobility, and overall movement. It was an enjoyable and engaging session, and we were able to see noticeable improvements in their mobility afterward. […]
This week’s lesson reminded our players that asking for help isn’t a weakness, it’s a winning strategy! Together, we talked about: During training, players practiced shielding the ball, finding open teammates, communicating, and using passes to escape pressure instead of trying to force their way through defenders. The same principle applies off the field! Recognize […]
This week, our Play Smart, Live Strong players learned that seeking help is a strength! Knowing when a situation is too difficult to handle alone and knowing who to turn to is an important part of making smart and healthy choices. On the field, players practiced playing out of pressure, learning to stay calm, shield […]