30-06-2026 11:38 via sports.yahoo.com

Maeda returns 'with head held high' despite Japan exit

[Getty Images]Daizen Maeda believes he is heading back to Celtic with his head held high despite saying "I apologise for the defeat" after Japan's World Cup exit at the hands of Brazil.The 28-year-old forward started his third game out of four at the finals in the United States, having scored in the 1-1 draw with Sweden that concluded the group stage.Maeda's pressing was described as "world class" by former Celtic manager and now TV pundit Ange Postecoglu during the 2-1 last 32 defeat as Brazil
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