The Japanese-origin footballer shared her ordeal in a Facebook post, where she reflected on her struggles to become a professional footballer and the mental toll of the threats.
Citing reports from various news outlets, the statement highlighted the harassment faced by the national women’s football team, including players who have won the SAFF Championship title twice.
Footballer Matsushima Sumaya, who declared “rebellion” against coach Peter James Butler, says she has been threatened with rape and death. The women's SAFF Championship winner took to the social media ...