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. Their only previous encounter (since 2021) was won by Japan. 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
