Japan Under-20 women’s coach Yoshida Hiroshi disappointed with draw against New Zealand
The Japan Football Association reports that the Young Nadeshiko coach Yoshida Hiroshi said he was disappointed that his side couldn’t collect another three points after being held to a 2-2 draw by New Zealand in their second group match of the FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup.
Japan conceded two early goals against New Zealand (one was an Ayu Nakada own goal).
Japan were able to bring the game back level and were unlucky not to come away from the match with all three points but an on form New Zealand keeper, Nayler denied the Young Nadeshiko team.
“It is a pity that we couldn’t win today,” said Yoshida. “I knew it wouldn’t be an easy game and it turned out that way. After we gave away two goals early in the game, our players didn’t have the mental capacity to play and it took a while before we scored.”
New Zealand coach Aaron McFarland commented: “This is an amazing result not only for this team, but for New Zealand football and women’s football in particular. This is the first time we have achieved a result against Japan. It’s a good confidence booster for our team. Our character was strong in that we were able to hold out.”
Quotes from Japan Football Association
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Permalink Reply by 2xehxtxemyk65 on -
This was the sort of match that the tournament needed; any tournament needs. Lets have some more of them. Preferably with some spectators to give us atmosphere.
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Permalink Reply by Lutendo Morris on -
Though i didn't watch the whole match,I think the coach must be proud,the reason be NZ are good in defense
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Permalink Reply by Gromit on -
Well, I would say he must feel relieved (even if he says that he's proud in order to encourage his players). His team was very lucky to lead 2-0 after 15 minutes. Then it was Japanese attack vs NZ defense for the rest of teh game. It can be said that the defense broke since it took two goals. Or that it was very good for not having taken 5 or 6 more... You know, the usual story of the glass half full or half empty...
Maybe, if the Young Nadeshiko go up to the Final, he will be allowed to say that he is retroactively proud ;o)
In the meantime, U-20 Japan has won nothing yet and doesn't have a good record in the tournament history, having reached only twice the QF in five editions. But yes, it's better than NZ who never went through the first round. When McFarland says that it is the first time NZ has achieved anything against Japan, is he talking about U-20's teams ?
If his team avoids the defeat against Mexico and qualifies for the QF, then yes, Aaraon McFarland could be proud ! Supporting Mexico, it's something I won't pray and hope for it, of course...
Lutendo Morris said:Though i didn't watch the whole match,I think the coach must be proud,the reason be NZ are good in defense
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Permalink Reply by 2xehxtxemyk65 on
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To me it seemed that this was another match of "size matters". It would be interesting to know how many cm in height and kg in weight the Japanese ladies were handicapped by.
Being 7 cm shorter might not sound much but it is 7 cm more that you must jump. Being 5 kg lighter may not sound much but it is more than you think.
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Permalink Reply by Gromit on
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@Lars
I disagree with you, even if I admit that size "can help".
A good defender is not the tallest but the one who gets the best "timing". Fabio Cannavaro was only 1,75m and was the best for years in aerial fights.
At the Olympics, none of Kiddy Saki's direct opponents succeeded in scoring :Schellin +7cm
Sinclair +5cm
Wambach + 9cm
Renard + 15cm
Franco + 7cm
those two playing like real attackers for more than 30 minutes.
I could add Morgan who didn't score either against Japan, when she jumped at 3 meters high against Canada after two hours of wild running. What did their soles eat that day ?
And Asuna Tanaka gave the Nadeshiko the Kirin Cup when scoring with a header against Usa. Her size ? 1,64m... -
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Permalink Reply by Dennis Barton on -
Talk about one-sided. Do the stats show New Zealand had one shot at goal and scored twice! I can't remember any others. It was the same old story though. Japan play some wonderful football, dominate the game but struggle to put away their chances. I don't think they functioned as a team as well as they did against Mexico but it was still pretty exciting to watch.
I've been particularly impressed by Yoko and Mina Tanaka in both games. Wouldn't that be something if we see three Tanaka's all together in the senior squad in a few years time.
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Permalink Reply by 2xehxtxemyk65 on
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I agree with your assessment that they do not seem to work like a team. From what I have seen, these Nadeshikoettes forget that you pass to score. Indeed, they seem a bit egoistical in the last 25-30 m of the pitch. Maybe the manager has been encouraging them to go it alone more? Unless they can improve this part of the game, they will not get beyond the semi-final stage.
Dennis Barton said:Talk about one-sided. Do the stats show New Zealand had one shot at goal and scored twice! I can't remember any others. It was the same old story though. Japan play some wonderful football, dominate the game but struggle to put away their chances. I don't think they functioned as a team as well as they did against Mexico but it was still pretty exciting to watch.
I've been particularly impressed by Yoko and Mina Tanaka in both games. Wouldn't that be something if we see three Tanaka's all together in the senior squad in a few years time.
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Permalink Reply by 2xehxtxemyk65 on
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There are many and various counter-examples to my thesis even from the men´s game, the most obvious being the Magic Dwarf and Iniesta.
Nevertheless, maybe at ladies´ U-20 level it may be more significant than at the adult level?
Gromit said:@Lars
I disagree with you, even if I admit that size "can help".
A good defender is not the tallest but the one who gets the best "timing". Fabio Cannavaro was only 1,75m and was the best for years in aerial fights.
At the Olympics, none of Kiddy Saki's direct opponents succeeded in scoring :Schellin +7cm
Sinclair +5cm
Wambach + 9cm
Renard + 15cm
Franco + 7cm
those two playing like real attackers for more than 30 minutes.
I could add Morgan who didn't score either against Japan, when she jumped at 3 meters high against Canada after two hours of wild running. What did their soles eat that day ?
And Asuna Tanaka gave the Nadeshiko the Kirin Cup when scoring with a header against Usa. Her size ? 1,64m... -
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Permalink Reply by Dennis Barton on
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Particularly the forwards, Michigami and Yokoyama. Yokoyama seemed determined to score a spectacular goal. OK if it comes off (as in the past) but doesn't help the team when it doesn't.
Still, they're yet to find the formula for scoring lots of goals so perhaps a little selfishness is what's needed.
So far, the only other team which has really impressed me is Germany.
Lars Breimer said:I agree with your assessment that they do not seem to work like a team. From what I have seen, these Nadeshikoettes forget that you pass to score. Indeed, they seem a bit egoistical in the last 25-30 m of the pitch. Maybe the manager has been encouraging them to go it alone more? Unless they can improve this part of the game, they will not get beyond the semi-final stage.
Dennis Barton said:Talk about one-sided. Do the stats show New Zealand had one shot at goal and scored twice! I can't remember any others. It was the same old story though. Japan play some wonderful football, dominate the game but struggle to put away their chances. I don't think they functioned as a team as well as they did against Mexico but it was still pretty exciting to watch.
I've been particularly impressed by Yoko and Mina Tanaka in both games. Wouldn't that be something if we see three Tanaka's all together in the senior squad in a few years time.
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