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Japan vs Spain (2022-12-01T19:00:00.000Z)

FIFA World Cup Round 3
  • Khalifa International Stadium
  • Victor Miguel de Freitas Gomes
2 - 1Full time

Japan vs Spain (2022-12-01T19:00:00.000Z)


Match review

Japan 2-1 Spain: Samurai Blue top Group E after remarkable fightback as La Roja survive huge scare



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Events

11’
Álvaro Morata (0 - 1)Header, assist by César Azpilicueta
39’
+1 minutes added
HT 0 - 1
+7 minutes added
FT 2 - 1
6.9

Japan

5-4-1

6.7

Spain

4-3-3
6.9
Japan
5-4-1
6.7
12Gonda
6.7
Spain
4-3-3

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Coach

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Team form


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    Ball possession
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Player of the Match

Ao Tanaka
Japan
8.2

About the match

    Japan faces Spain at Khalifa International Stadium on Thu, Dec 1, 2022, 19:00 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Grp. E. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Japan and Spain have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Japan vs Spain live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Japan (5-4-1): Shuichi Gonda - Ko Itakura, Maya Yoshida, Shogo Taniguchi, Junya Ito, Yuto Nagatomo - Takefusa Kubo, Ao Tanaka, Hidemasa Morita, Daichi Kamada - Daizen Maeda.
    Spain (4-3-3): Unai Simon - César Azpilicueta, Rodri, Pau Torres, Alejandro Balde - Gavi, Sergio Busquets, Pedri - Nico Williams, Álvaro Morata, Dani Olmo.

  • Japan does not have any unavailable players. Unavailable players for Spain: Fermin Lopez (injury).

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Japan and Spain have performed against each other.

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  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

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    All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Japan vs Spain, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

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Insights

  • Unbeaten in 7 away games

Khalifa International Stadiumad-Dōha (Doha), Qatar
Capacity50,000
Attendance44,851
90%
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Khalifa International Stadiumad-Dōha (Doha), Qatar
Capacity50,000
Attendance44,851
90%
SurfaceGrass

Insights

  • Unbeaten in 7 away games

About the match

    Japan faces Spain at Khalifa International Stadium on Thu, Dec 1, 2022, 19:00 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Grp. E. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Japan and Spain have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Japan vs Spain live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Japan (5-4-1): Shuichi Gonda - Ko Itakura, Maya Yoshida, Shogo Taniguchi, Junya Ito, Yuto Nagatomo - Takefusa Kubo, Ao Tanaka, Hidemasa Morita, Daichi Kamada - Daizen Maeda.
    Spain (4-3-3): Unai Simon - César Azpilicueta, Rodri, Pau Torres, Alejandro Balde - Gavi, Sergio Busquets, Pedri - Nico Williams, Álvaro Morata, Dani Olmo.

  • Japan does not have any unavailable players. Unavailable players for Spain: Fermin Lopez (injury).

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Japan and Spain have performed against each other.

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

    All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Japan vs Spain, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

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