Celtic star Daizen Maeda is eyeing World Cup success with Japan.
The forward, who scored nine goals in his last seven games, helped Celtic secure a surprise double. He now aims to carry this form into Japan's World Cup campaign.
The Hoops ace is currently training at Japan's Nashville base, ready for the opening match against the Netherlands on Sunday. Japan share their group with Tunisia and Sweden.
Maeda is gearing up for his second World Cup and is full of confidence. He said: "I am approaching this World Cup with a lot more confidence than I did four years ago.
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"I made the previous World Cup squad at the very last minute, and it was all over in a flash for me. I finished the season in good form at Celtic, and I believe I have prepared well for it this time.
"I just want to show my strengths wherever I'm given the chance. I am happy to play as a second striker or on the wing. I am confident.
"Both as a team and individually, we've built a solid foundation. And we are sure we can make an impact."
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