Having shown their quality in the run-up to the penultimate stage, both players are aiming to reach the final under different motivations and ambitions.
Captain Motosuna said Japan are motivated not only by the prospect of reaching the final, but also by the desire to reward their supporters and build on lessons from the previous edition. .....
"Now that we’ve come this far, we’re going to be champions."
— #AsianCup2027 (@afcasiancup) May 18, 2026
🇯🇵 Anthony Motosuna is oozing confidence! #AFCU17 | #JPNvUZB pic.twitter.com/900WDRwLoH
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