Japan captain Makoto Hasebe to miss Saudi Arabia qualifier. Hence, a victory in Dhaka would be the most significant achievement for the team by a fair distance. Abandoned Croatia vs Kosovo World Cup qualifier to resume on Sunday. Europe’s nine group winners will qualify automatically for next year’s tournament in Rus. However, with only the top two teams able to qualify for Russia directly, third-placed Australia will hope the Samurai Blue can emerge with a win or hold the Saudis to a draw. ’Seven Asian nations will discover their World Cup fate on Tuesday as the race to Russia 2018 draws to a climax. World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia still ‘crucial’ for Japan, says Shinji Okazaki. T20 is a young guys game and I would like to be around for a few more years and feel empowered,” said Warwickshire skipper Elliot. “It was just a very bad day, but it did not forgive my behavior in the match. “I would like to thank all the Gooners that have always supported me and believed in me.