US EditionJapan beats Taiwan 2-0 in the Women’s Asian Cup Group C opener
Japan controlled 89.5% possession and took 30 shots while defeating Taiwan 2-0 in their Women’s Asian Cup Group C opener, overcoming extreme heat conditions.
- On Wednesday, Japan women's national team defeated Taiwan 2-0 in the Group C opener at HBF Park in Perth.
- Taiwan adopted a deep defensive setup and played direct when regaining possession, while Japan launched repeated attacks but failed to convert in the first half, leaving players worried after 60 minutes.
- Tanikawa scored in the 61st minute after chesting down a long pass, and Seike headed home from Remina Chiba’s cross in stoppage time.
- The result leaves Japan on course to top Group C, as they face India on Saturday while Taiwan manages Hsin-Hui Pu's suspected serious injury after the match.
- Japan dominated the numbers, finishing with 89.5 per cent possession and 30 shots to zero, while temperatures near 37C forced cooling breaks at HBF Park with 1,223 fans watching.
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Idaho State Journal
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