TOKYO –
Japan defeated New Zealand 2-1 within the Kirin Cup remaining at MUFG Stadium, previously the National Stadium, in Tokyo on October 5, securing the title in what was head coach Hajime Moriyasu’s remaining house match earlier than stepping down.
Japan took the lead within the first half by means of Ayase Ueda of Lille, however New Zealand equalized after capitalizing on a Japanese mistake.
Ritsu Doan of Eintracht Frankfurt then scored the decisive purpose within the second half to revive Japan’s benefit and seal the 2-1 victory.
The match marked Moriyasu’s remaining look answerable for the nationwide crew on house soil. He is scheduled to depart his publish following the Asian Cup, which begins in Saudi Arabia in January subsequent yr.
Moriyasu spoke at a press convention following the victory.
Source: Kyodo