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Shinji Kagawa returns to play against Borussia Dortmund with Cerezo Osaka

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:10 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Shinji Kagawa returns to play against Borussia Dortmund with Cerezo Osaka

Summary

Shinji Kagawa, the former Borussia Dortmund player, reunites with his old club as part of Cerezo Osaka's preseason. The match is set to take place at Yanmar Hanasaka Stadium on July 29 at 7 p.m. Japan Standard Time. Kagawa expressed his pride in the connection with Dortmund and his hopes for an enjoyable game for fans. Niko Kovac, BVB's coach, emphasized the importance of the match for preparation, aiming for a competitive outing as they gear up for the season. Takato Yamamoto, a new BVB U23 player, highlighted his desire to prove himself against Cerezo.

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By the Numbers

•Shinji Kagawa reunites with Borussia Dortmund on July 29.
•Match scheduled at Yanmar Hanasaka Stadium in Japan.
•Kagawa played for Borussia Dortmund from 2010 to 2012 and 2014 to 2019.
•Niko Kovac aims for a competitive performance ahead of the season.
•Takato Yamamoto seeks to make an impression as a new player.

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What they're saying

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And all in four languages: Cerezo’s Spanish coach answered in Spanish, Niko Kovac in German and English, and the Japanese players in their native language. It was a multilingual affair in Japan—ye...
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