Sano Sports Ground will always be famous for hosting England during their promising but ultimately crap 2002 World Cup campaign.
However, it SHOULD be known for the fine athletes that have graced the gorgeous grass during the ALT Soccer Tournament! 
Situated right next to the sea in the Bay of Osaka, Sano Sports Ground is the finest stretch of turf in western Japan, no doubt. We know because we looked. This is one of the pitches; flat, soft and kind on the knees
Awaji Island seems to be permanently blessed with bright sunshine and a cool breeze, it's a perfect place for a weekend kickabout
