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Zion Suzuki aims to improve for Japan at Asian Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 2:48 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Zion Suzuki aims to improve for Japan at Asian Cup

Summary

Aston Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki expressed confidence in Japan’s prospects for the 2027 Asian Cup, highlighting past errors that led to their quarter-final exit in 2024. After his 'very bad' performances in the previous tournament, Suzuki stated that he feels improved due to his experiences at the World Cup and his recent form in the Premier League. He recently helped Japan secure victories in friendlies, including a win over New Zealand, and is optimistic about the team's aim to end a 16-year title drought in the upcoming competition. Japan is set to face strong opponents in their group, including holders Qatar.

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By the Numbers

•Suzuki joined Aston Villa from Parma this summer.
•He believes his past performance led to Japan's early exit in 2024.
•Japan won a recent friendly against New Zealand 2-1.
•The Asian Cup is set to begin in January 2027 in Saudi Arabia.
•Japan's first-round group includes Qatar, Thailand, and Indonesia.

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2:48 PMYahoo Sports — New Villa keeper Suzuki wants to atone for errors at Asian Cup

What they're saying

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Aston Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki said he is confident Japan can win next year's Asian Cup and thinks his "very bad" performances were responsible for their quarter-final exit two years ago."I want to help the team and we are confident to win the Asian Cup," he added.
— Yahoo Sports

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