Liverpool boss Klopp last week declared his desire for the Samurai Blue to exit the competition as early as possible so Endo would return to help the Anfield club’s push for the Premier League title.
But while the midfielder was flattered by the German’s light-hearted comment, Endo is determined to guide Japan to the title for the first time since 2011, when the AFC Asian Cup was last held in Qatar. .....
Samurai Blue eye redemption! 🇯🇵 Japan, with the most #AsianCup titles, are aiming to replicate their 2011 success in Qatar!#AsianCup2023 pic.twitter.com/s1pa8bkvUF
— #AsianCup2023 (@afcasiancup) January 11, 2024
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