Japan competes hard to advance to semi-finals in Paris Olympics final qualifying round (April 26, 2024)

Soccer Paris Olympics Asian final qualifier. The Japan under-23 national team won the first match of the final tournament. If they lose, their chances of participating in eight consecutive Olympic Games will be completely cut off. In the 41st minute of the first half, with the score tied, the opposing keeper made a rough play against Hosoya. The red card gave Japan a numerical advantage. However, in the 4th minute of the second half, Qatar, who had one fewer player, conceded the lead from a set play. Still, Kimura made a header from a corner kick to equalize the goal. The game will go straight into overtime. And 11 minutes into the first half of extra time. Japan won the battle with Hosoya’s decisive winning goal. Next, they will compete in the semi-finals for a spot in the Paris Olympics, which is given to the top three finishers.Photo: Yohei Nagata/Afro Sports
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