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Hamano Strike Fires Japan to Women's Asian Cup Title and Breaks Australian Hearts
Maika Hamano scored the only goal as Japan secured their third Women’s Asian Cup title in four tournaments, conceding just one goal in six games, officials said.
- On Saturday, Maika Hamano's first-half strike gave Japan a 1-0 win over Australia at Stadium Australia, clinching the Women's Asian Cup.
- With continental pedigree and World Cup berths at stake, Japan had beaten Australia in finals to win three of the last four Asian Cups, with six teams qualifying for the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
- Despite frantic late pressure, Japan's defence held after Hamano collected a pass outside the penalty area in the 17th minute and unleashed a shot that denied Alanna Kennedy's close-range header.
- Japan's defensive record underscored the outcome with just one goal conceded in six games, while Australia scored 29 goals yet fell short in the final, leaving the Matildas still chasing a title since 2010.
- The final's attendance underlined the growth of the women's game with a record 74,357 fans and more than 350,000 overall, while the Iran national women's team gained asylum attention from the Australian government.
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