Japan’s national team coach, Hajime Moriyasu, has publicly apologized for the injury sustained by Liverpool captain Wataru Endo, effectively ruling him out of the upcoming World Cup. The injury occurred during international duty, prompting Moriyasu to express regret over the situation. Endo’s absence is a significant blow to both the Japanese squad and his club team, Liverpool. Moriyasu acknowledged the difficult decision-making process involved in team selection and the unfortunate consequences for a key player. The coach’s apology underscores the emotional impact of injuries on players and the weight of responsibility felt by national team leadership. Details regarding the nature and severity of Endo’s injury have not been fully disclosed, but it is confirmed to be serious enough to prevent his participation in the tournament.