Key Facts
• Deaflympics soccer competition begins November 14 at J-Village, Fukushima.
• J-Village prepared communication tools like pointing boards and tablets for athletes.
• 13 men’s teams and 4 women’s teams will compete in group and ranking matches.
• Japan’s men’s team faces Australia on November 14 at noon; women’s team plays the U.S. on November 15.
• Matches are free to watch without prior registration.
• Satellite opening ceremony will be held on November 15, connecting to Tokyo Gymnasium.
• Finals for both men and women are scheduled for November 25.
• Local towns Naraha and Hirono display banners and set up booths to welcome visitors.
• Local official Sho Igarashi emphasizes showcasing regional recovery efforts.
Summary
The Deaflympics soccer competition is set to commence on November 14 at J-Village in Fukushima Prefecture, with 13 men’s teams and 4 women’s teams participating. J-Village has equipped its facilities with communication tools to assist athletes with hearing impairments. Japan’s men’s team will play against Australia on the opening day, while the women’s team faces the U.S. on November 15. Matches are free to attend without prior registration. Local towns Naraha and Hirono are actively welcoming visitors with banners and booths showcasing local products, aiming to highlight the region’s recovery. A satellite opening ceremony will connect to Tokyo Gymnasium on November 15, and the finals are scheduled for November 25.
