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Fresh from being crowned champions of Asia, Nadeshiko Japan (Japan Women's National Team) took on a formidable USA Women’s National Team. Caretaker head coach KANO Michihisa selected a 4-3-3 formation, positioning NAGANO Fuka (Liverpool FC) at the base of midfield.

“Let’s take the initiative,” called HASEGAWA Yui (Manchester City), and it was Japan who made the brighter start. From a throw-in by KITAGAWA Hikaru (Everton), the ball was moved with tempo, and a pass from Nagano released MIYAZAWA Hinata (Manchester United) in behind. Although she was just unable to get the decisive touch, it signalled Japan’s attacking intent.

However, in the 9th minute, the USA struck first. A free-kick was flicked back across goal with a single touch, and Rose Lavelle converted. With Japan having numbers in front of goal, it was a particularly frustrating goal to concede. .....

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