Match statistics snapshot
- Japan U23 fired more attempts (21 vs 8 shots).
- New Zealand U23 was more accurate in front of goal (38% on target vs 29%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Japan U23 | Statistic | New Zealand U23 |
|---|---|---|
| 1Lead | Offsides | 2 |
| 15Lead | Shots inside the box | 3 |
| 12Lead | Shots off target | 2 |
| 6Lead |
| Shots on target |
|---|
| 3 |
| 6Lead | Shots outside the box | 5 |
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| 21Lead | Total shots | 8 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Japan U23 | Statistic | New Zealand U23 |
|---|---|---|
| 49% | Ball possession | 51%Lead |
| 81%Lead | Pass accuracy | 77% |
| 446 | Accurate passes | 446 |
| 549 | Total passes | 576Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Japan U23 | Statistic | New Zealand U23 |
|---|---|---|
| 9Lead | Corner kicks | 3 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Japan U23 | Statistic | New Zealand U23 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Blocked shots | 3 |
| 2 | Goalkeeper saves | 6Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Japan U23 | Statistic | New Zealand U23 |
|---|---|---|
| 17Lead | Fouls | 25 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2Lead | Yellow cards | 4 |