Japan defeated Germany in their opening match in Qatar. Japan by defeating Germany won Group E to go to the Round of 16, where they had previously failed three times.
After the national team’s 2-1 victory over Spain early on Friday, Japan broke out in cheers and tears. People packed public viewing locations in the chilly early-morning air, yelling with delight as they stunned yet another major football force at the World Cup.
“Doha Delights Again”
The newspaper’s online edition used the headline, “Doha Delights Again”. Bringing to mind the “Miracle in Doha” following Japan’s victory over Germany.
Before dawn, fans screaming “Nippon” surged into Tokyo’s famous Shibuya crossing, leaping up and down and yelling, “Fight, fight, fight”. In the meantime, the police fought to keep the mob under control.
“I never imagined Japan would take first place in the group and progress. Gratitude to Japan! I adore you two! “Claimed Yusei Sato, 19, who was sporting a Samurai Blue national team jersey. When Takuya Kudo, 23, saw that Japan had won, he started crying.
High-fives were given to tired commuters heading to work from one of Tokyo’s busiest stations by fans waiting in Shibuya. Samurai Blue! And “Came from behind to win!” were exclaimed on social media. Also, other supporters posted manga-style illustrations of a cheering player dressed in team gear.
A third person published a cartoon showing three dragons covered in different flags. While the Spanish dragon regarded Germany, who appeared perplexed, the Japanese dragon was roaring.
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Hajime Moriyasu, the head coach of Japan, and Kozo Tashima, the president of the Japan Football Association. They were contacted by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to congratulate them on the “historic” victory. Kishida also conveyed his nation’s joy even at Japan’s typically restrained political heights.
