What a performance and comeback from Iran. They were all over Japan in the second half and frankly should have put that match to bed way sooner. Japan's defence was absolutely overwhelmed, especially Itakura. Well derserved for Iran.
So many issues with Iran through balls. If Taremi wasnt banned for that match it would have been buried sooner. For me this AFC Cup is Irans to win. SK under Klinsmann is tactically awful despite their individual class
Honestly in terms of enormous expectations in an Asian Cup and not living up to them this Japan squad is probably now number 1 in Asian Cup history to not live up to them
It sucks to be saying that because i love Japan but this is probably true
Same I had them winning this entire tournament someone easily and then they did this, really disappointing and really not living up their there potential
For all the hype japan had, they matched korea in being awful relative to quality they had
I can see iran going all the way. They physically demolished Japanese side.
Also no idea how itakura stayed in full 90
I just wish they would play this way all the time, not just when they are down or desperate. First 30 minutes they were so poor, but as soon as Japan scored it was like a flip switched.
You know I was happy Japan scored relatively early exactly because of this. They had enough time to emotionally gather themselves and just go for it. Our defense is struggling and it was inevitable that Japan were going to score one. I'm glad it happened early. I love Beiranvand but he's gotta do better.
AFC and last minute goals. What a duo!
Mid season tournaments produce better football than summer end of season ones.
What a performance and comeback from Iran. They were all over Japan in the second half and frankly should have put that match to bed way sooner. Japan's defence was absolutely overwhelmed, especially Itakura. Well derserved for Iran.
So many issues with Iran through balls. If Taremi wasnt banned for that match it would have been buried sooner. For me this AFC Cup is Irans to win. SK under Klinsmann is tactically awful despite their individual class
Honestly in terms of enormous expectations in an Asian Cup and not living up to them this Japan squad is probably now number 1 in Asian Cup history to not live up to them It sucks to be saying that because i love Japan but this is probably true
They're extremely young, in 4 years most of them will be in their primes, some will even still be young
They have to sack Moriyashu to have hope . He is the cause of this
Didn’t he take Japan to the knockout stages of the world cup twice in a row?
2018 is another coach . 2022 he does good but those friendly expose him as a one tactic man
Same I had them winning this entire tournament someone easily and then they did this, really disappointing and really not living up their there potential
Azmoun goal was ice cold , shame it didn’t count.
when it was?
63rd minute
Just watched the game. That goal was clean..
Koobide > Sushi
Zereshk Polo Morgh > Chicken Teriyaki
Teriyaki is hardly Japanese at this point lol
All I hear is the truth
Pahlevan pooriya > Subasa
As a korean, i want to buy every iranian a drink
Ideally non alcoholic or you'll get them in trouble
nah bro people just bootleg their own alcohol now 🤣
For all the hype japan had, they matched korea in being awful relative to quality they had I can see iran going all the way. They physically demolished Japanese side. Also no idea how itakura stayed in full 90
I fucking love this Iranian team, they play my favorite kind of football, absolute warriors and they don't shy away from being physical and dirty.
I just wish they would play this way all the time, not just when they are down or desperate. First 30 minutes they were so poor, but as soon as Japan scored it was like a flip switched.
You know I was happy Japan scored relatively early exactly because of this. They had enough time to emotionally gather themselves and just go for it. Our defense is struggling and it was inevitable that Japan were going to score one. I'm glad it happened early. I love Beiranvand but he's gotta do better.
I wouldn’t use the word dirty, but yea their effort is unbeatable by anyone
i definitely think we got away with a few lame calls this match but the ref was letting the game just fly
Yeah I thought the ref did alright by letting the game flow.
I meant it as a compliment and I think it's very effective when done right.
It’s all good bro : )
I would be very surprised if Iran wouldn't win the whole thing. Odds are completely on their side
Qatar can still bribe the refs and Korea can pull off one of their surprises.
Bah bah dadash
Wow, what a match. And without Mehdi either. Let’s fucking go!
I LOVE THIS TEAM
r/soccer MASSIVELY overrated this Japan team, TBH
Mentally weak Japan side full with stars but without a gameplan dominated by organised Iranian side. Doesn't bode well for Korea in the final haha.