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- Japan W fired more attempts (25 vs 0 shots).
- Japan W held more of the ball (60% possession).
Japan W defeated Zambia W 0-5 in the World Cup - Women. The fixture is part of the Group Stage - 1 stage in the 2023 season. The match was played at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton. T. Olofsson officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Zambia W vs Japan W meeting in World Cup - Women with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Zambia W and Japan W. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
World Cup - WomenRecorded meetings: 0 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Japan W defeated Zambia W 0-5 in the World Cup - Women. The fixture is part of the Group Stage - 1 stage in the 2023 season. The match was played at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton. T. Olofsson officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Zambia W vs Japan W meeting in World Cup - Women with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Zambia W and Japan W. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
World Cup - WomenRecorded meetings: 0 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Iran were treated badly while two countries were debutants, but Saudi Arabia and South Korea should have done betterFor a while, it looked as if Asia’s biggest World Cup result was on and Japan were going to beat Brazil. A team full of energy, skill and verve looked superior to the South Americans and were sending out a statement to the rest of the world and also back home that a new dawn was indeed here. The second half wasn’t quite so good. The energy levels could not be sustained, the Samurai Blue dropped too deep and eventually they were undone in the 96th minute to lose 2-1 in this last-32 clash. Had four of the team’s best players – Kaoru Mitoma, Wataru Endo, Takumi Minamino and Takefusa Kubo – been available then it could have ended differently. In the end, Brazil’s strength in depth was a little stronger.More than usual, however, there was support from elsewhere in Asia, with fans desperate for some continental pride. “We are representing Asia. I know that other Asian teams are not as successful,” the Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu said before kick-off. “I would like us to be able to encourage other Asian teams as well, and we would like to be their hope.” Continue reading...
Japan's World Cup journey came to an end at the hands of Brazil, but Hajime Moriyasu is confident his team will bounce back stronger. The post Moriyasu: Japan closing in on elite nations despite World Cup exit appeared first on SoccerNews.
Ancelotti says late win was Brazil’s ‘most complete game’Hajime Moriyasu says Japan ‘have to improve’Carlo Ancelotti was characteristically calm after Brazil’s 2-1 victory against Japan on Monday, insisting he had never doubted his team would get back into the game and warning they are getting better and better.“At half-time I told the players to be patient because sooner or later we would score,” Ancelotti said. “What was important was to keep our structure. We know we’re going down the right path and we have to continue on this path.” Continue reading...
Despite his disappointing start, Brazil have secured their place in the knockout stage as leaders of the group. With this in mind, they face Japan, looking to make secure their Round of 16 spot. Therefore, a win, a draw, or a loss could significantly affect the knockout bracket. Unlike previous editions, Brazil arrived at the 2026 World Cup surrounded by major doubts about their level. Despite their draw against Morocco, they managed to silence those doubts with two victories to secure first place in their group. As a result, they face Japan today in the Round of 32. Since this is the knockout stage, a win, a draw, or a defeat could significantly affect the bracket for the next round. Japan have become one of the most solid national teams in the tournament. Head coach Hajime Moriyasu has managed to implement a very versatile style of play. Therefore, they may not struggle much against Brazil’s attack, as they know how to sit deep defensively. In addition, they excel through their wing-backs, who create space for Daizen Maeda and Ritsu Doan to shine, causing major problems for the opposition’s high press. Brazil have regained their attacking brilliance at the 2026 World Cup. With Vinícius Jr. as their main attacking star, they have managed to break down opposing defenses by dominating possession and pressing their opponents high up the pitch. The double pivot of Casemiro and Bruno Guimarães is key to controlling the midfield, while Gabriel and Marquinhos will be crucial in limiting Japan’s counterattacks, which are usually very efficient. What happens if Brazil win over Japan? In case Brazil secure a victory over Japan, they will immediately secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16. With this, Carlo Ancelotti’s team could prove the doubters wrong, emerging once again as a top contenders again. They would face the winner of the tie between Ivory Coast and Norway on July 5. Hajime Moriyasu’s team would post its worst World Cup performance since the 2014 tournament, as it reached the Round of 16 in the previous two editions. Endrick #19 of Brazil after the Haiti game. What happens if Brazil draw to Japan? If Brazil and Japan draw after 90 minutes, they would have to determine the winner of the tie in extra time. Therefore, they would play two 15-minute periods. In case there is still no winner, the match would go to a penalty shootout, where the winner would be decided and would face Ivory Coast or Norway on July 5. What happens if Brazil lose to Japan? A defeat for Brazil against Japan would eliminate them immediately from the 2026 World Cup. With this, Carlo Ancelotti’s team would produce their worst performance in recent years, as from 2006 through 2022 they reached at least the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Hajime Moriyasu’s team would match the performance of their previous two editions. In addition, they would have the chance to reach the quarterfinals for the first time.
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Iran were treated badly while two countries were debutants, but Saudi Arabia and South Korea should have done betterFor a while, it looked as if Asia’s biggest World Cup result was on and Japan were going to beat Brazil. A team full of energy, skill and verve looked superior to the South Americans and were sending out a statement to the rest of the world and also back home that a new dawn was indeed here. The second half wasn’t quite so good. The energy levels could not be sustained, the Samurai Blue dropped too deep and eventually they were undone in the 96th minute to lose 2-1 in this last-32 clash. Had four of the team’s best players – Kaoru Mitoma, Wataru Endo, Takumi Minamino and Takefusa Kubo – been available then it could have ended differently. In the end, Brazil’s strength in depth was a little stronger.More than usual, however, there was support from elsewhere in Asia, with fans desperate for some continental pride. “We are representing Asia. I know that other Asian teams are not as successful,” the Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu said before kick-off. “I would like us to be able to encourage other Asian teams as well, and we would like to be their hope.” Continue reading...
Japan's World Cup journey came to an end at the hands of Brazil, but Hajime Moriyasu is confident his team will bounce back stronger. The post Moriyasu: Japan closing in on elite nations despite World Cup exit appeared first on SoccerNews.
Ancelotti says late win was Brazil’s ‘most complete game’Hajime Moriyasu says Japan ‘have to improve’Carlo Ancelotti was characteristically calm after Brazil’s 2-1 victory against Japan on Monday, insisting he had never doubted his team would get back into the game and warning they are getting better and better.“At half-time I told the players to be patient because sooner or later we would score,” Ancelotti said. “What was important was to keep our structure. We know we’re going down the right path and we have to continue on this path.” Continue reading...
Despite his disappointing start, Brazil have secured their place in the knockout stage as leaders of the group. With this in mind, they face Japan, looking to make secure their Round of 16 spot. Therefore, a win, a draw, or a loss could significantly affect the knockout bracket. Unlike previous editions, Brazil arrived at the 2026 World Cup surrounded by major doubts about their level. Despite their draw against Morocco, they managed to silence those doubts with two victories to secure first place in their group. As a result, they face Japan today in the Round of 32. Since this is the knockout stage, a win, a draw, or a defeat could significantly affect the bracket for the next round. Japan have become one of the most solid national teams in the tournament. Head coach Hajime Moriyasu has managed to implement a very versatile style of play. Therefore, they may not struggle much against Brazil’s attack, as they know how to sit deep defensively. In addition, they excel through their wing-backs, who create space for Daizen Maeda and Ritsu Doan to shine, causing major problems for the opposition’s high press. Brazil have regained their attacking brilliance at the 2026 World Cup. With Vinícius Jr. as their main attacking star, they have managed to break down opposing defenses by dominating possession and pressing their opponents high up the pitch. The double pivot of Casemiro and Bruno Guimarães is key to controlling the midfield, while Gabriel and Marquinhos will be crucial in limiting Japan’s counterattacks, which are usually very efficient. What happens if Brazil win over Japan? In case Brazil secure a victory over Japan, they will immediately secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16. With this, Carlo Ancelotti’s team could prove the doubters wrong, emerging once again as a top contenders again. They would face the winner of the tie between Ivory Coast and Norway on July 5. Hajime Moriyasu’s team would post its worst World Cup performance since the 2014 tournament, as it reached the Round of 16 in the previous two editions. Endrick #19 of Brazil after the Haiti game. What happens if Brazil draw to Japan? If Brazil and Japan draw after 90 minutes, they would have to determine the winner of the tie in extra time. Therefore, they would play two 15-minute periods. In case there is still no winner, the match would go to a penalty shootout, where the winner would be decided and would face Ivory Coast or Norway on July 5. What happens if Brazil lose to Japan? A defeat for Brazil against Japan would eliminate them immediately from the 2026 World Cup. With this, Carlo Ancelotti’s team would produce their worst performance in recent years, as from 2006 through 2022 they reached at least the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Hajime Moriyasu’s team would match the performance of their previous two editions. In addition, they would have the chance to reach the quarterfinals for the first time.
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