The U-20 Japan Women's National Team lost the semi-final of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Papua New Guinea 2016 to France 2-1 in extra time.

The semi-final was between France, who were one of the fastest teams in the tournament, and Japan, who used passing combinations to attack. The Japanese squad started the game with midfielder MIURA Narumi on the right and forward UENO Mami up front, who had left the pitch due to injury in the quarter-final.

In the 3rd minute, midfielder GARBINO of France fired a strong shot. However, soon after Japan struck back. Midfielder MIYAGAWA Asato at right wing overlapped to send the ball to the centre splitting two opposing defenders. Then, forward MOMIKI Yuka who received the ball moved towards the goal and took a shot. Furthermore, Japan displayed their attacking strength, including forward SUGITA Hina’s shot from range in the 15th minute. Despite the numerous scoring chances in the first quarter of the game, the Japanese squad were not able to capitalise on any of them.....

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