Japan beat Tajikistan 4-1 at home in the WC Qualification Asia, 2nd Round. Before the match, Japan were 1st in the WC Qualification Asia table with Tajikistan in 2nd. In 2 previous meetings (2011–2021), Japan have won 2, Tajikistan 0, with 0 draws. Japan had scored 46 goals this season (5.8 per game), Tajikistan had 14 (1.8 per game). Match stats: possession 66%-34%, shots 13-1, on target 9-1, corners 3-0. Check out the complete match analysis, lineups and key moments.
Key stats
Possession: Japan 66% · Tajikistan 34% · Total shots: 13-1 · On target: 9-1 · Corners: 3-0
