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10MA TOPICS! [JAPAN FA][AFC U20 ASIAN CUP] Japan live up to Funakoshi’s expectations

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February 24, 2025

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Shenzhen: Head coach Yuzo Funakoshi was proud of his players’ perseverance after Japan secured a 4-3 penalty victory over Islamic Republic of Iran in their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 quarter-final on Sunday.

Having come from behind and then dominating the tie, the match needed a shootout after the match ended 1-1 with Rion Ichihara’s spot-kick taking Japan into the semi-finals and booking their ticket to the FIFA U20 World Cup Chile 2025.

“It was a tough game, as we knew Iran would be difficult opponents but we stayed focused and didn’t panic after conceding early,” said Funakoshi. .....



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