Japan forward, Chinari Sasai, attributed her team's 2-1 win over Nigeria to teamwork and togetherness. The Japanese team, former champions, secured a hard-fought victory over the Falconets in Bogota on Friday.
A Unified Effort
Sasai acknowledged Nigeria's physical strength and speed but emphasized that Japan's focus and collective effort led to their success. She expressed joy and pride in the team's victory, highlighting that it was a shared achievement.
Goals and Scorers
Miyu Matsunaga and Maya Hijikata scored for Japan, while Shola Shobowale netted Nigeria's only goal in the closely contested match.
Quarter-Finals Ahead
With this win, Japan advances to the quarter-finals, where they will face Spain on Sunday. Sasai's comments reflect the team's unity and determination, which will be crucial in their upcoming challenge.
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