TOKYO — Japanese football fans are facing a TV blackout for next month's Women's World Cup, with some warning failure to strike a broadcasting deal would be a"missed opportunity".
FIFA on Wednesday announced that it had struck a deal with the European Broadcasting Union to televise games, avoiding a controversial blackout in the"Big Five" European nations. "It's also a good chance for people to support the team and create some memories even if they don't win, so it would be a missed opportunity for women's football."
Japan Football Association chief Kozo Tashima said this week he was"very worried" that fans would not be able to watch them in action next month. Mr Tashima said the JFA had not been involved in negotiations but he understood there was still"a big gap" between parties.
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