ABEMA, the "new future of television," announced it will exclusively live stream the Nadeshiko Japan (Japan Women's National Football Team) vs. South Africa Women's National Team training match on June 9, 2026. In commemoration, ABEMA is currently streaming a special interview with DF Risa Shimizu, titled "Tears of Confession: 409 Days to Recovery."

This match is a crucial part of the team's preparations for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. It marks the official start of the new era under manager Norio Kano and coach Atsuto Uchida. This is the second match of the series, following an international friendly on June 6.

South Africa is ranked 55th in FIFA (as of Dec 2025). Japan (ranked 5th) has a historical record of 1 win and 1 draw against them, winning 2-0 at the 2019 MS&AD Cup.

ABEMA also offers an exclusive interview with Risa Shimizu. The camera crew makes the first Japanese media visit to the clubhouse of her current club, Liverpool FC Women, featuring her life with teammates, her struggle with an ACL injury sustained at the Paris Olympics, and the grueling rehabilitation journey. Comedian Shuhei Shimada also provides a personality reading.

[Broadcast Overview] Date/Time: June 9, 2026 (Tue) from 15:00 (Kickoff at 15:30) Broadcast URL: https://abema.tv/live-event/6a637f45-2e6e-445b-9a81-9fd23ea04ffa Streaming URL: https://abema.tv/video/episode/416-1_s20_p22

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