In their final friendly before the World Cup, Japan secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Iceland thanks to an 87th-minute goal from substitute striker Koki Ogawa.
Ogawa's late strike gave Samurai Blue a positive send-off as they head into the world's biggest tournament. The match was evenly contested, but Japan made the most of their chance in the closing minutes.
This match was seen as a key opportunity for Japan's coaching staff to test the squad and tactics ahead of the World Cup kickoff. The win over Iceland further underscores the consistent form of the Asian side as they pursue glory on the global stage.
