The Nippon TV Menina star scored twice as reigning champions Japan claimed the victory which left them occupying top spot in what promises to be a closely contested Group B.
With group rivals China PR and Korea Republic also vying for a place in the semi-finals, Yamamoto feels Japan’s healthy goal difference – one which was accrued despite stiff resistance from a gritty Myanmar outfit – may well now be of major benefit to the five-time title winners......
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