Score a goal against Germany. Born in Sakai City Taishi Junior High School graduate https://mainichi.jp/articles/20221118/k00/00m/050/524000c?inb=ys Japan opened the scoring with Maeda’s goal in the 43rd minute of the first half following a set play. However, in the second half, FW Ivan Perisic caught up with a header and entered extra time with the score 1-1, but the game was not settled and the game went to a penalty shootout. Three of Japan’s kicks failed, while Croatia succeeded in three out of four. Croatia advanced to the quarterfinals with a penalty score of 1-3. In this tournament, Maeda was the first choice of the forwards, and appeared in the starting line-up for three games against Germany and Spain in the group stage, as well as against Croatia. With his tireless running, he became the starting point of the press from the front line and showed tremendous contribution in both offense and defense. Maeda’s work has been highly praised overseas. According to the British newspaper “Daily Record”, former England national team players who commented on Japan vs. Croatia on “BBC” praised Maeda. Former England defender Rio Ferdinand said: “He was really energetic. It was troublesome when he had the ball and when he didn’t,” said former England national team FW Alan Shearer, who said, “He was a nightmare for defense.” He emphasized that he was a threat. In addition, former England midfielder Jermaine Jenas said, “He was lively and waiting for the ball to come down. (The goal scene) was the right place and the right time for Maeda. Maeda’s Many players love his hard work, and as a reward for that, he scored a goal.” It seems that Maeda’s performance, which continued to run on the pitch without sparing any effort for the team, left a strong impact on overseas commentators.
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