Coach Moriyasu of the Japan National Team praises Daichi Kamata's use of the volunteers for the 3-back that he tried in the final match against Canada before the World Cup, ``so that it can be used in the actual race.'' 

[Japan National Football Team Update] On November 17, with the Qatar World Cup just around the corner, an international friendly match was held between this national team and the Canadian national team.

On the 17th, the Japanese national team faced the Canadian national team in an international friendly match in Dubai and lost 1-2. After the game, Director Hajime Moriyasu left a comment in a flash interview.

Japan, led by Coach Moriyasu, will play their last match before the Qatar World Cup, which starts on the 20th, against Canada, who are also participating in the finals. With several regular players on their backs, Japan opened the scoring in the 9th minute with an assist from Gaku Shibasaki and a goal from Yuki Soma but conceded a goal from a corner kick in the 21st minute, ending the match 1-1. In the second half, Japan, who changed several players, was unable to win the match in a back-and-forth battle. Then, in the additional time just before the end of the match, Miki Yamane defeated the opponent in the box and gave a PK, which was decided, and they lost 1-2.

After the last match before the tournament ended with a loss, Manager Moriyasu said, "It's very disappointing that we didn't win because we couldn't deliver the victory to those who cheered us on. I was able to come in a good shape, but when I think about the real thing, I can make various assumptions. The players took damage, but the preparations we need to make for the next match will not change whether we win or lose. I want to think positively that we can all think about it and face the production."

Also, regarding the 3-back that was adopted at the end of the game, he said, ``I had one of the assumptions. ”, and clarified that it will be an option at the World Cup finals. As for Daichi Kamata, who was appointed as a defensive midfielder, he said, “It was very good. I often play as a defensive midfielder. I gave it to you."

Finally, he said, “We have a strong group of players, and we have been able to accumulate good activities so far. I want to prepare," he said, expressing his enthusiasm for the performance.

After this, Japan will face Germany in the World Cup Group E first match on the 23rd.

The tradition of the host nation or defending champion in the first match of the World Cup will continue. This decision was made following an in-depth consultation process that assessed the full impact of the Games and operations. It was agreed upon by key stakeholders and the host country.