27/06/2026
European Giants Chelsea, FC Porto Others Storm Mirai Sports Entertainment Scouting Program In Japan
Sampson Adedeji
Top European clubs have signified their readiness to participate in the forthcoming Mirai Sports Entertainment scouting program scheduled to hold in Japan from November 16 to 22, 2026.
The international scouting event is already attracting massive attention across Europe, with Premier League giants Chelsea FC and Portuguese champions FC Porto among the clubs showing strong interest in the program.
The scouting initiative, organised by Mirai Sports Entertainment, is expected to serve as a platform for young talents to showcase their abilities before scouts and representatives from several leading clubs across Europe and Asia.
Other notable clubs expected to participate include Club Brugge KV, Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, Stoke City FC, Hammarby IF, Red Star Belgrade, SL Benfica, Sporting Braga, Cercle Brugge KSV, RSC Anderlecht, FC Sheriff Tiraspol, AIK Fotboll, RB Leipzig and AFC Bournemouth.
Also expected at the event are Serik Belediyespor, Beitar Jerusalem FC, Maccabi Tel Aviv FC, Maccabi Haifa FC, Hapoel Petah Tikva FC and HNK Gorica.
The organisers believe the scouting program will create opportunities for emerging players to secure professional contracts and international exposure while strengthening football development partnerships between Japan and Europe.