The game was Canada’s first under interim coach Mauro Biello, a former assistant who was put in charge after John Herdman left to take over Toronto FC
Japan's Koki Machida controls the ball against Canada's Jonathan David during a friendly in Niigata, Japan, on Oct. 13.The Japanese, the top-ranked team in Asia at No. 19, were well-organized and led 3-0 at the break after pouncing on mistakes by No. 44 Canada. The Canadians had no answers for the Samurai Blue’s speed and discipline.
The game was Canada’s first under interim coach Mauro Biello, a former assistant coach who was put in charge after John Herdman left to take over Toronto FC. Japan piled on the pain in the 49th minute with Tanaka, freed by a clever ball over the defence from Ito, hammering a shot past Borjan. Davies and Richie Laryea were deployed as wingbacks with Samuel Piette, Jonathan Osorio and Ismael Kone in the midfield. David and Cyle Larin started up front.
Australian referee Alexander King initially waved off the play but pointed to the penalty spot after video review.
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