Hayao Kawabe
Sanfrecce HiroshimaABOUT HAYAO KAWABE
Auto-generated from squad dataWorld Cup pedigree
Hayao Kawabe is on the WC2026 squad list for Japan. Qualifier statistics on record are limited — appearance and goal numbers will refresh once Sportmonks publishes WC2026 fixture-level data after the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for Japan
As a midfielder for Japan, Kawabe links defence and attack — controlling tempo, recycling possession, and contributing in transition. His club role at Sanfrecce Hiroshima is similar — control midfield tempo, recycle possession, and contribute in transition.
WC2026 outlook
Japan enter the WC2026 group stage, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Kawabe's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
Hayao Kawabe's WC2026 stats will appear here after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Kawabe features in.