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Japan put on a scintillating display to crush Spain 4-0 in their final Group E match of the Women’s World Cup on Monday. The Japanese side was clinical in front of the goal, scoring four times from four shots on target. Their counter-attacking play was particularly lethal, as they caught Spain out time and time again.
Hinata Miyazawa was the star of the show, scoring two goals in the first half. Riko Ueki and Mina Tanaka added to the scoring in the second half, as Japan cruised to victory.
The win means that Japan tops Group E and will face Norway in the round of 16. Norway finished second in Group B, so the match promises to be a thrilling contest.
Japan’s Counter-Attacking Lethality Too Much for Spain
Japan’s performance against Spain in the Women’s World Cup was a reminder of their potential. They are a team that is capable of beating anyone on their day, and they will be a force to be reckoned with in the knockout stages.
Japan’s performance against Spain was a masterclass in counter-attacking football. They were clinical in front of goal, and they took their chances when they came.
The Japanese side was also very good defensively. They were organized and disciplined, and they made it very difficult for Spain to create chances.
Hinata Miyazawa Scores Twice to Lead Japan to Victory
Hinata Miyazawa was the player of the match for Japan. She scored two goals and was a constant threat throughout the match. She is a player who is capable of winning games on her own, and she will be a key player for Japan in the knockout stages.
Riko Ueki and Mina Tanaka also played well for Japan. They both scored goals, and they were both involved in the build-up to many of Japan’s other chances.
Spain was disappointing in this match. They were unable to create many chances, and they were punished by Japan’s clinical counter-attacking play.
The Spanish side will need to improve if they want to progress any further in the tournament. They need to be more creative in attack, and they need to be more solid defensively.
Analysis & Looking Ahead in Women’s World Cup
With this victory, Japan has now scored 11 goals in the tournament, the most of any team. They have also conceded just one goal, the best defensive record of any team. Japan are a team on a mission, and they will be looking to go all the way in this tournament. They have the talent and the belief to do it, and they will be a dangerous team in the knockout stages.
Japan will face Norway in the round of 16. Norway are a strong side, but Japan will be confident of their chances. They have a good record against Norway, and they have shown in this tournament that they are capable of beating anyone. The match between Japan and Norway promises to be a thrilling contest. Both sides are capable of scoring goals, and both sides have good defenses. It is a match that could go either way, and it will be one to watch.
Japan’s victory over Spain was a statement of intent. They are a team that is capable of beating anyone on their day, and they will be a force to be reckoned with in the knockout stages. The match between Japan and Norway in the round of 16 promises to be a thrilling contest. Both sides are capable of scoring goals, and both sides have good defenses. It is a match that could go either way, and it will be one to watch.
