Japan
Team Overview
In their last World Cup match, Japan faced the Netherlands, resulting in a 2-2 draw. Despite a strong performance with 60% possession, they were unable to secure a win.
Match statistics (Netherlands vs Japan):
- Possession: 60% – 40%
- Corners: 5 – 4
- Fouls: 7 – 7
- Yellow cards: 3 – 0
- Shots on target: 6 – 3
Japan comes into this match with a recent draw against the Netherlands, showing some attacking promise but lacking the ability to convert that into a win. They have played just one match in this World Cup, which has left them with a single point and a goal difference of 0. With 11 days of rest since their last game, they should be well-prepared physically. There are no reported injuries or suspensions, allowing them to field their strongest lineup.
