Japan had scored in the final seconds to force a 1-1 draw, with Oshita saving the first two Uzbekistan spot-kicks only for the Central Asian side to draw level at 2-2.
With his side having missed their third and fourth attempts, captain Anthony Motosuna stepped up to convert the winner as Japan set up a final against either China PR or Australia on Friday. .....
𝗙𝗧 | 🇯🇵 Japan 1️⃣-1️⃣ Uzbekistan 🇺🇿 (3️⃣-2️⃣ on penalties)
— #AsianCup2027 (@afcasiancup) May 19, 2026
Japan prevail after a dramatic encounter in Jeddah! #AFCU17 | #JPNvUZB pic.twitter.com/eErIJwzEKF
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