Japan survive Nishino´s selection gamble but tougher test awaits

Conditions and context conspired to rob Volgograd of a fitting end to its World Cup hosting duties on Thursday, as the final match to be played in the city saw Japan advance to the round of 16 despite losing to eliminated Poland. A temperature of 36°C upon kick-off precluded either team from forcing the issue, […]

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