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10MA TOPICS! [JAPAN FA][AFC U20 WOMEN'S ASIAN CUP] Hijikata determined to drive Japan to glory

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March 14, 2024

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Tashkent: Maya Hijikata revealed that Japan’s group stage defeat to DPR Korea was the catalyst for their 5-1 win against Australia in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2024 semi-finals on Wednesday.

Hijikata scored Japan’s third goal with a curling effort from inside the box but admitted that she was not completely satisfied with her performance.

“In every game, not scoring an extra goal weighs on me. But through each match, I aim to grow and learn,” said the Tokyo Verdy striker, who was named Player of the Match. .....



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