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Who scored the goals for Mexico vs Japan?
SAITAMA, Japan (AP) — Takefusa Kubo and Ritsu Doan scored in the opening 11 minutes to lead Japan to a 2-1 victory over Mexico in men’s Olympic soccer on Sunday.
Did Mexico beat Japan?
Olympics 2020: Mexico beat Japan in men’s bronze medal match.
What was the score between Mexico and Japan?
3-1 Japan
Mexico 3-1 Japan: bronze medal match.
Who won between Japan and Mexico in the Olympics?
On the day of Japan’s UENO Yukiko’s 39th birthday, the host nation won their second game, this time over Mexico, in the Softball Opening Round at the Fukushima Azuma Baseball Stadium.
Who won Japan or Mexico 2021?
Mexico
Mexico’s men’s soccer team is back on the medal podium at the Olympics after a 3-1 victory over Japan in the bronze-medal match on Friday. The Mexico squad has wrapped up a fantastic two-week run in Tokyo to earn their first medal since 2012.
Who won Japan vs Mexico 2021?
Mexico’s Diego Lainez and Japan’s Yuki Soma tangle during Japan’s 2-1 win at Saitama Stadium on Sunday.
Who won Mexico or Japan 2021?
Ten-man Mexico beaten by quick-fire Japan Takefusa Kubo and Ritsu Doan scored in the opening 11 minutes to lead Japan to a 2-1 victory over Mexico in men’s Olympic soccer on Sunday.
Are Japan and Mexico allies?
Japan and Mexico have a tradition of friendly relations; the contacts between them date back to 1609. Governor General of the Philippines Rodrigo de Vivero is shipwrecked off the coast of Onjuku, has an audience with Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu.
Which Olympic sports is Mexico good at?
Mexican athletes have won a total of 72 medals with diving as the top medal-producing sport.
Do Japanese live in Mexico?
As of 2019, there are an estimated 76,000 people who are Japanese or of Japanese descent in Mexico.
What happened in the Mexico vs Japan match?
The pace of the game has dropped a notch in the last few minutes, basically the Mexico plan, but their Tokyo hosts burst into life to win the ball back. That leads to a shot towards goal but it’s blocked well. A lightning attack from Japan, once again with some lovely touches, frees Ueda who can pick his spot.
How did Mexico win the bronze medal at the Olympics?
Mexico claimed the bronze medal at the Olympics after holding off a late rally from Japan to beat the hosts 3-1 at Saitama Stadium.
How many medals have Japan won in soccer at the Olympics?
Home favourites Japan have only won one Olympic medal in soccer, and that was in the home-country of their foe today. At the 1968 Mexico City Olympic Games, Japan left with the bronze medal, making them the first Asian country ever to win a medal in the event.
What was the difference between Mexico and Japan?
It was a case of clinical finishing being the difference between these two sides today. Japan can be so proud of their efforts, after a slow start, and had several opportunities to win this game. That said, Mexico likely always had something in reserve after taking a comfortable lead.