Japan · World Cup 2026 squad · Group FKaishu Sano
FSV Mainz 05About KAISHU SANO
Auto-generated from squad dataWorld Cup 2026 pedigree
Kaishu Sano arrives at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 2 appearances on record from the World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign for Japan, contributing 0 goals and 0 assists across roughly 77 minutes per appearance. Those numbers form the baseline ahead of his tournament involvement — they will refresh to live World Cup 2026 totals once the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for Japan
As a midfielder for Japan, Sano links defence and attack — controlling tempo, recycling possession, and contributing in transition. His club role at FSV Mainz 05 is similar — control midfield tempo, recycle possession, and contribute in transition.
World Cup 2026 outlook
Japan enter Group F, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Sano's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Best World Cup 2026 odds for Japan
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
Kaishu Sano's World Cup 2026 stats will appear after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Sano features in.
QUALIFYING STATS
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