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Nadeshiko Japan wins fourth Asian Games title

Overview

The Nadeshiko Japan women’s national football team announced its squad and jersey numbers for the 20th Asian Games. Following an injury to top scorer Riho Yoshida, the team called up Aoi Tsujizawa for her first international appearance. The squad was positioned in Group E alongside Thailand, Vietnam, and Chinese Taipei.

As the tournament progressed, the team maintained strong form, scoring eight goals across its first two matches. Heading into their third group stage fixture against Chinese Taipei, Coach Michihisa Kano utilized tactical shifts and experimental defensive placements to maintain the team’s position at the top of the group.

Ultimately, Nadeshiko Japan secured its third consecutive Asian Games title in Nagoya, Aichi, marking its fourth overall victory in the competition. The squad, largely composed of domestic players from the WE League, defeated North Korea in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw in regulation time.

Despite the championship win, the tournament exposed developmental gaps, specifically regarding build-up play and physical duels against high-intensity opponents like South Korea and North Korea. Coach Tomoaki Kano used the event to test player versatility by deploying athletes in non-traditional positions. The tournament served as a critical evaluation for domestic players seeking to compete with established overseas professionals ahead of the upcoming World Cup. Michiru Kamiya emerged as a key figure, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer.

Entities

Nadeshiko Japan · Aoi Tsujizawa · Michiru Kamiya · Yui Narumiya · Japan Football Association

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Nadeshiko Japan wins third consecutive Asian Games title

    Nadeshiko Japan won its third consecutive Asian Games title, defeating North Korea in a penalty shootout. The tournament served as a vital testing ground for domestic players ahead of the next World Cup.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Nadeshiko Japan prepares for Asian Games match against Chinese Taipei

    Nadeshiko Japan prepares to face Chinese Taipei in their final Asian Games group stage match, aiming for a third consecutive win following a strong start to the tournament.

  3. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Nadeshiko Japan announces Asian Games squad and jersey numbers

    Nadeshiko Japan has announced its squad and jersey numbers for the Asian Games, including the first-time call-up of Aoi Tsujizawa following an injury to top scorer Riho Yoshida.

Sources

bangkokshuho.com · dxmagazine.jp · footballchannel.jp · jugem.jp · news.mynavi.jp · real-sports.jp

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