The Nadeshiko struggled to create chances with goalkeeper Ayaka Yamashita needing to be in top form to deny the Koreans a lead to take into Wednesday’s return leg in Tokyo, leading Ikeda to ponder different options.
“The players did a great job despite the high temperature,” said Ikeda. “We were able to control the game but had a hard time trying to create opportunities. However, the goal was to win, but now we have a big battle at home. .....
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