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10MA TOPICS! [JAPAN FA]【Match Report】SAMURAI BLUE kick off final round of Asian qualifiers with 7-0 win over China PR

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September 6, 2024

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In the early stages of the match, Japan sought to exploit the left flank by collecting the ball to Mitoma. This approach resulted in the opening goal in the 12th minute, when Endo converted a corner kick from the left delivered by Kubo, placing Japan in the lead.

China PR, aiming to qualify for their first World Cup since 2002, are coached by Branko IVANKOVIC, who previously led Oman to victory over Japan in the first match of the final round of the previous Asian qualifiers. The team has opted for a 4-4-2 formation, with XIE Wenneng and XU Haoyang positioned to exploit opportunities from the flanks. Japan, however, demonstrated remarkable composure and defensive transitions to maintain control of the game and prevent the visitors from gaining ground.

Japan dominated the first half and doubled their lead on the stroke of half-time when Doan's pinpoint cross from the right flank found Mitoma, who headed the ball into the net from close range. .....



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