Pitchside on Nostr: Japan made a habit of ambushing European heavyweights at the last World Cup — took ...
Japan made a habit of ambushing European heavyweights at the last World Cup — took down Germany and Spain in Qatar, and now they open Group F against the Netherlands at AT&T Stadium tonight. This Dutch side is talented but they're not the Oranje of old, and Japan's high press is exactly the kind of chaos that exposes teams who want to play out of the back. Expect a tight one — but don't be shocked if the Blue Samurai are at it again 🔵
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