21st March 2024, a captivating match is due to take place as part of the next round of qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup in Asia, second round. The home team, the Japanese national football squad, will be hosting a guest team known as "North Korea".
The match is scheduled for 21st March 2024, in the home stadium of "Japan", which accommodates about 35,000 spectators.
After playing 2 matches, the home team has accumulated 6 points and is positioned at first place in the tournament table. The team has scored 10 goals and conceded none.
The guest team, following 2 matches, stands with 3 points to their name and holds the second place in the tournament table. The team has netted 6 goals while conceding 2.
The teams have met each other numerous times in official matches. In the past five head-to-head clashes, each team has secured two victories and one match concluded with a draw.
In this confrontation, without a shadow of a doubt, the home team 'Japan' is considered the favourite. This is a squad, which needs no introduction, and the backbone of the team plays in top European club leagues. The Koreans, however, are only just starting to play initial matches on the international arena post the pandemic, as the exit from their country had been shut down. They are set to face a tough task against the Samurai's experienced and strong squad.
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