The only side left in the tournament who have won the World Cup before, 2011 champions Japan have surged into the last eight with 14 goals scored in four games and one conced e-backs, they have been devastating on the counterattack, surgical-- READ MORE:
Auckland—Japan are the revelation of the Women’s World Cup but they must brace themselves for the ultimate clash of styles when they face Sweden in the quarter-finals at Eden Park on Friday.
“When we get possession we will need to move the ball quickly and make the most of our physical advantage.”The average height of the Sweden side that started against the US was six centimeters taller than the Japan team which lined up for their 3-1 win over Norway in the last round. Of more relevance, however, might be their encounter at the Tokyo Olympics two years ago, which Sweden won 3-1 before going on to lose the gold medal match on penalties to Canada.
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