From the first whistle, Japan showcased their superiority, controlling possession and attacking relentlessly. The team’s precision passing and quick movement left Kazakhstan struggling to defend against the onslaught.
By halftime, Japan had already established a commanding lead, going into the break 3–0 ahead. The second half was no different, as Japan added four more goals to seal a comprehensive win.
Hero of the Match honors went to YAMASAKI Koji (#01), whose brilliant performance in the forward line made the difference for the Japanese team.
With this result, Japan sends a strong message to their rivals, setting themselves up as one of the favorites in the tournament.
Final Score: Japan 7 – 0 Kazakhstan
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