The midfielder was influential throughout the tournament, featuring in all six matches as Japan became not only the first team to win back-to-back titles but also extend their record of triumphs to three.
Sato netted once in the final to take his overall tally to four, having also made two assists at Saudi Arabia 2026. .....
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