Arsenal Ladies get inside look at Japan

The surge in popularity in women’s football was phenomenal in the wake of Nadeshiko Japan’s World Cup triumph in July.

Arsenal Ladies’ trip to the country has ensured that the game remains in the spotlight, and everybody’s thoughts are now on the next steps.

J.League title race goes to the wire

Today the 2011 J.League season comes to a close with three teams still in with a chance of becoming champions.

One of Kashiwa Reysol, Nagoya Grampus and Gamba Osaka will be celebrating this evening, and my preview explaining all the permutations can be found here.