Goal : Japan national team manager Alberto Zaccheroni touted the strength of the country’s J-League and the potential of many Japanese players to Italian website Tutto Mercato Web.
The Samurai Blue tactician also discussed his eventful year in Japan, including being in the country during the tragic March 11 disasters.
“I’m having two experiences in Japan; one is professional and the other is a life experience,” Zaccheroni said when asked about his time spent so far in the East Asian nation.
“Japanese people make you feel comfortable, work very hard, and respect rules.”
While the 58-year-old admitted to abandoning his Japanese studies (“it’s too difficult!”), the need for an interpreter has not prevented the Japanese national team from achieving their best results in recent memory. After winning January’s Asian Cup, Japan’s unbeaten streak continued through November when they lost 1-0 to North Korea.