Goals from Brian Nwadik, Yuto Ozeki and Shusuke Furuya secured the defending champions their second victory, with progression assured with a match to spare after Syria edged Qatar 1-0 in the later tie on Saturday.
UAE, who made seven changes from the starting lineup that defeated Qatar 2-0, conceded an early penalty after Ahmad Malalla tripped Yuto Ozeki inside the area. .....
𝗙𝗧 | 🇦🇪 UAE 0️⃣-3️⃣ Japan 🇯🇵
— #AFCU23 (@afcasiancup) January 10, 2026
Unstoppable reigning champions continue to dominate in Group B!#AFCU23 | #UAEvJPN pic.twitter.com/K6wzORSMl1
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