Japanese players shared their determination on Tuesday for their final group match.
Japan’s next match is against 2010 World Cup Champion Spain at Khalifa International Stadium and if Japan wins against Spain, they will automatically advance to the round of 16 at the World Cup in Qatar.
Japan’s hope to win a first gold medal was ended by Spain as they beat Japan 1-0 in the semifinal of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.Some players, who were members of the Olympic squad, are seeking revenge this time in the World Cup.
Hidemasa Morita:
(On next match against Spain)
“If we win this game against Spain, we will get through the group stage regardless of the result of the other match, so I am grateful for that.Also, our opponent is Spain, so it will be a really big match, but I want to win that match.”
#Tokyo2020 Olympic member Kou Itakura:
(On playing Spain again as Japan lost against Spain in the semifinal of Tokyo 2020 Olympics)
“I still remember the frustrating feeling I had at that time, and I have never forgotten it. It is our turn to win in this World Cup.”
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