The Japan national football team won their second match in the World Cup group stage, defeating Tunisia 4-0. With this win, Japan has tied with Korea for 8th place in the World Cup. Korean media 'Xports News' reported that 'Japan has caught up with Korea, which started 44 years earlier, and has achieved a tie with Korea for the most wins in the World Cup in Asia.' Japan's first World Cup appearance was in 1998, while Korea has been participating since 1954. Manager Moriyasu said, 'We have tied with Korea for the most wins in the World Cup in Asia.' Korea has won 3 matches in 2002, 1 match in 2006, 1 match in 2010, 1 match in 2018, 1 match in 2022, and 1 match in this tournament. Japan will aim for their 9th win against Sweden on June 26. Korea will challenge for their 9th win against South Africa on June 25. Japan and Korea are now competing for the most wins in the World Cup in Asia. Looking at the goals scored by Kamata, Ueda, and Ito, Japan's strength is evident. Japan is being watched as a strong team in the World Cup. Manager Moriyasu's team is showing its strength in competition with Korea.
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Japan National Football Team Wins 8th World Cup Match, Ties with Korea
Japan national football team defeats Tunisia 4-0, tying with Korea for 8th World Cup win. Manager Moriyasu's team is showing its strength.
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