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Kashima Antlers have been a dominant force in Japanese football for decades. Now, a new chapter in the club’s proud history is about to be written as Antlers make their debut appearance in a FIFA Club World Cup.
In an exclusive interview with FIFA.com ahead of Kashima’s opening game against Auckland City, midfield maestro Mitsuo Ogasawara spoke of his excitement at the opportunity to compete against a glittering array of continental champions.
“I’m really looking forward to this tournament,” said the 37-year-old former Japan international. “We’ll be up against players we don’t have in the J.League.” Ogasawara was at the heart of Kashima’s record eighth domestic league title, which sealed Antlers’ berth at the tournament. Yet for all the silverware Kashima have won over the years, the AFC Champions League trophy has eluded them.
Two other Japanese teams have etched their name on the trophy—Urawa Reds in 2007, and Gamba Osaka in 2008—but Kashima are yet to be crowned c..
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