Japan Takes Massive Leap in the World Cup Power Rankings
Summary
Japan made history in the 2026 World Cup by becoming the first Asian team to score four goals in a match, beating Tunisia 4-0. Both Japan and the Netherlands moved into the top five in the World Cup Power Rankings after strong performances in their recent games.Key Facts
- Japan defeated Tunisia 4-0 in Monterrey, Mexico, marking the first time an Asian team scored four goals in a World Cup match.
- Japan was missing some top players but still played very well under coach Hajime Moriyasu.
- Ayase Ueda, Japan’s center forward, scored two goals in the match.
- The Netherlands beat Sweden 5-1, showing strong offense despite Sweden's better-than-the-scoreline play.
- Japan and the Netherlands rose into the top five in the World Cup Power Rankings.
- Tunisia dropped to the last place in the rankings after losing both of their first two games by large margins.
- Qatar also lost badly, which affected their ranking in the tournament.
- The Power Rankings list Argentina, France, and England as the top three teams so far.
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