News about Daichi Kamada

Lisandro Martinez's reckless two-footed lunge on Crystal Palace's Daichi Kamada (main) has caused a rift between former Premier League referees Keith Hackett (bottom right) and Dermot Gallagher (top right). The contentious moment came in the second half of Man United's 0-0 draw with Palace when Martinez narrowly missed Kamada's ankle with a dangerous tackle. As the ball broke loose just outside the Palace box, the Argentine leapt with both feet into a challenge, which saw him just miss making contact with the Japanese midfielder. The tackle only controversially earned Martinez a yellow card.

A former Premier League defender has labelled Man United defender Lisandro Martinez a coward after his dangerous challenge on Daichi Kamada on Saturday. The Red Devils were forced to settle for a point at Selhurst Park after squandering a host of golden chances. Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes struck the woodwork within seconds of each other in the first half while Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson denied his former club with a number of eye-catching stops.

SIMON JONES: Crystal Palace are continuing talks for Lazio midfielder Daichi Kamada as well as Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham. Palace are braced for offers for Michael Olise with Newcastle United and Chelsea pushing for the France U21 international while he also has interest from Manchester United. Kamada, 27, failed to agree terms on a new deal with Lazio amid issues over a release clause figure of £17m.

After losing 2-1 by Lazio at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Napoli suffered their first Serie A loss of the season. Through Luis ALberto's super flick inside the box from a Felipe Anderson cross, Lazio took the lead on the half-hour mark. Napoli returned to action just two minutes later, with Piotr Zielinski striking the bottom corner with a strong kick from the box's edge.

ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY: Every year, the number of new players in the league has risen dramatically due to the increasing number of international players who want to play in Europe's best selling league. Many clubs have taken a gamble on a number of young players this season, rather than just the present, whether it's on the pitch or from a financial standpoint. Others have invested in what they believe to be a natural performer.

As Japan takes on Croatia in the last-16 on Monday, they will attempt to make history by making the quarter-finals of the World Cup for the first time. Japan appeared to have their work cut out to reach the knockout stages after being placed in a consortium with Spain and Germany, but they did win both European giants, despite losing to Costa Rica in between. It's been far from simple for Japan to progress to this round, and the two nations will be desperate for their fairytale run to continue.

Group E will come to an end, with all four squads still in with a chance of qualifying for the final-16. Costa Rica reacted in style from their 7-0 loss at the hands of Spain to beat Japan, while Germany salvaged a late draw against Spain in order to keep their slim hopes alive. It means that Spain and Japan will clash in their last game, with both needing results to ensure they succeed. Sportsmail tells you what you need to hear about the Japan vs. Spain clash.

Costa Rica gained the most unexpected victory over Japan on Sunday morning, and the outcome has changed the whole complexion of Group E wide open. It was Keysher Fuller's late strike that gave them the 1-0 victory over Japan, who were trying to guarantee their place in the tournament's last 16 with a win. After the game at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Sportsmail's JAMES ST DENIS assigns a score from both teams.

As Japan takes on Costa Rica at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium on Sunday afternoon, they will be hoping to make it two wins from two victories. Costa Rica will be looking for revenge against Japan, having lost 7-0 to Spain in their first game of the tournament. Well, with the match fast approaching, Sportsmail takes you through everything you need to hear about the Group E game.

Japan stunned Germany by defeating four-time champions Germany in their first game of the Qatar World Cup. Germany took the lead in the first half in echoes of Argentina's humiliating loss to Saudi Arabia yesterday, but the underdogs maintained a 2-1 win after a spirited fight. Germany now faces an uphill battle against the Group of Death, with Costa Rica and fellow World Cup winners Spain playing in their group.

Frankfurt came from behind to defeat Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday and qualified for the Champions League knockout stages for the first time in their history. Arthur Gomes turned in Ugarte's cross, but Trapp was unable to keep out from his net six minutes before the break. Frankfurt was brought right back to life as they were given a penalty just after the hour, with Daichi Kamada stepping up to convert the spot-kick. Randal Kolo Muani unleashed a spectacular volley to put his side up in Lisbon, bringing the game back to life.

With only two points separating the four teams, each team knew that winning on the penultimate matchday would give them a great chance of breaking out of the group's constrained pool. The German team won the Europa League in May, and Randal Kolo Muani gave the German outfit, who are also in the competition by virtue of winning the Europa League in May, all three points.

Frankfurt promoted to fourth position in the Bundesliga after thrashing 10-man Bayer Leverkusen 5-1 at home on Saturday, with two goals from Daichi Kamada's penalty spot. Frankfurt, the Europa League champions, have 17 points after ten games and trail third-placed Hoffenheim on goal difference. With eight points, Leverkusen fell into the relegation zone in the 16th century.

In their 3-2 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, Glenn Hoddle lauded Tottenham Hotspur defender Eric Dier for not allowing an earlier mistake to ruin his game. The 28-year-old lost possession in his own box 14 minutes into the game, and the German team's capital pressed to press high, leading to Daichi Kamada's opening the scoring. Although Spurs turned the game around with strong performances at Harry Kane and Heung-min Son on the other hand, there was always a danger that Dier would be punished for his mistake, particularly because the hosts were forced to fight a late wave of Frankfurt pressure.

JAPAN 2-0 USA: Gregg Berhalter's USMNT team lost 2-0 by Japan in their first World Cup warm-up game on Friday. The United States were lackingluster and second best in a friendly in Germany as they prepare for Qatar in two months. Daichi Kamada ended the deadlock in the 24th minute with a fine first-time finish, and Kaoru Mitoma sealed a win with a late penalty.

Marseille lost 1-0 at home to Europa League champion Eintracht Frankfurt on Tuesday, and careless defence cost the team yet again in the Champions League. Coach Igor Tudor's side is undefeated in the French league, but his team lacks a cutting edge at this level. Marseille looked organised and unhurried, just like last week against Tottenham Hotspur, but they fell behind in the 43rd minute after a defensive mistake allowed attacking midfielder Jesper Lindstrom to score. Daichi Kamada, a Japan midfielder, thought he had made it 2-0 in the 79th, but his bid was rejected due to offside.

It's strange to consider that Antonio Conte has never won as many trophies as he has. However, Europe's grand prize isn't just something that has eluded the Tottenham manager; it's been an Achilles heel his entire career. The Italian is a speciality manager, winning a league championship almost every where he goes, but the Champions League is something he can't seem to comprehend. Conte has three victories in his last 15 games in the tournament, dating back to his time in charge of both Inter Milan and Chelsea, a fact that could have Spurs fans concerned ahead of their group stage opener against Marseille on Wednesday night.

With the Champions League group stage draw, just 90 days after Vinicius Junior's champion for Real Madrid against Liverpool in the Paris final. The draw in Istanbul on Thursday evening will determine the final on June 10 next year, and the cream of European football will await the outcome. Sportsmail has the inside scoop on each of the 32 teams that will participate in the draw at 5 p.m. on Thursday.