Even if they draw, they will be happy to win the match against Australia and Indonesia at home
Mar 19, 2025
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The Japanese national soccer team, led by coach Hajime Moriyasu, will play Group C's seventh match against Bahrain in the third Asian qualifying round for the 2026 North-China World Cup at Saitama Stadium in Japan at 7:35 p.m. on the 20th.
The atmosphere is good. Japan ranks first in the group with five wins and one draw (16 points) in six games. The gap has widened significantly with Australia (7 points) in second place and Indonesia (6 points) in third place. Japan will confirm its advance to the World Cup finals if it wins just one game in the 7th and 8th games at home. Except for the host country, it is an opportunity to win a ticket to the World Cup finals as the No. 1 player in the world.
The possibility is not small. Japan won the second match of the third qualifying round against Bahrain 5-0 in September last year. This time, they will face Bahrain at Saitama Stadium, where the cheering heat of home fans is exceptionally hot.
There is one more case for Japan to advance to the World Cup. This is the result of the Australia-Indonesia match. The two teams will clash at 6:10 p.m. on the 20th. Australia and Indonesia are ranked second to third with one point between them. According to the results of the match, Japan will confirm its advance to the World Cup even if it ties with Bahrain. If Indonesia draws or loses, it is in Japan's favor.
Japanese media Chunichi Sports said on the 19th 'Japan's participation in the World Cup can be decided according to the results of the Australia-Indonesia match. According to the results of the Australia-Indonesia match, which starts before the Japan-Barrain match, even if it is a draw, the participation in the World Cup will be decided'
According to the outlet, Moriyasu wants to win and fight at home to rejoice with fans. I have a perception that my opponent is strong. (The result of the Australia-Indonesia match) will not be informed to the players.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
