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AUCKLAND, New Zealand—After the Japanese were eliminated early from the Olympics two years ago on home soil, they rebuilt, hiring a new coach and focusing on youth. The result? Japan scored in droves at the Women's World Cup. Led by coach Futoshi Ikeda, the Nadeshiko racked up 15 goals, most of…
Japan exits the Women's World Cup but sees progress in young squad | 2023-08-12 08:06:52
Caitlin Murray, ESPNAug 11, 2023, 09:21 PM Close Caitlin Murray is a general editor for ESPN.com. She has reported on and written about soccer for The New York Times, The Guardian, Yahoo Sports, Fox Sports, the Associated Press, and others. She authored a book about the history of the U.S....
Sweden has ended Japan's Women's World Cup charge and are through to another Semifinal with a 2-1 victory in Auckland.
AUCKLAND, New Zealand--After the Japanese were eliminated early from the Olympics two years ago on home soil, they rebuilt, hiring a new coach and focusing on youth.