Kozo Tashima, chairman of the Japan Football Association, told FIFA and others that he was "not agreeing at this time" about the fact that the FIFA = International Football Federation is considering a plan to hold the World Cup once every two years. I made it clear.
FIFA is considering a plan to make the World Cup, which is held once every four years, once every two years, and will meet on the 20th of next month.
On the 5th, Chairman Tajima revealed in an online interview that he had informed FIFA and the AFC = Asian Football Confederation in writing that he "cannot agree at this time."
Regarding the reason, Chairman Tajima said, "The issue of broadcasting rights has not been cleared at all. All organizations have said that it is difficult to make a decision while it is often ambiguous to talk to the J League and clubs. I can't agree with the information given. "
On the other hand, Chairman Tajima said, "It is also true that there is a positive aspect of trying to solve problems that are suitable for the site. We have to think flexibly by looking at how it will be developed in the future." rice field.