The Omiya Ardija player is absolute in his resolve on what his team needs to achieve in this tournament and anything else would be considered a disappointment as he looks to play his part after missing out on Japan’s qualifying campaign.
“First, we want to make it through the group stage and secure a spot in the World Cup,” said Kanda. .....
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