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10MA TOPICS! [JAPAN FA]【Match Report】Nadeshiko Japan finish European tour with one draw and one defeat after 0–2 loss to Norway, despite dominating possession

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October 29, 2025

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In their second match of the European tour, Nadeshiko Japan (Japan Women’s National Team) faced Norway Women’s National Team on Tuesday 28 October at Estadio Municipal de La Linea in Spain.

Against Norway, a side renowned for their aerial strength, Japan sought to dictate the tempo through quick, ground-based passing. At kick-off, MIYAZAWA Hinata (Manchester United) anchored the midfield, with TANAKA Mina (Utah Royals) dropping slightly deeper than usual in a 4-3-3 formation.

Norway immediately advanced down Japan’s right flank and produced the first shot of the match, but YAMASHITA Ayaka (Manchester City) dealt with it calmly. Early on, SEIKE Kiko (Brighton & Hove Albion) operated high up the pitch alongside Tanaka, who later said she wanted “to stay connected and challenge their back line.” HASEGAWA Yui (Manchester City) dropped slightly deeper to maintain balance in midfield. .....



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