REO Hatate and Kyogo have both been giving starting spots for Japan’s 10.55 kick-off against Peru on Tuesday morning.
Reo Hatate, who made his second appearance for Japan in their last match, has been rewarded with back-to-back starts, a testament to his starring performance. Hatate’s consistent performances have not gone unnoticed, and his inclusion in the starting lineup against an opponent like Peru underscores the trust placed in him by the coaching staff.
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Meanwhile, Kyogo, who started on the bench in Japan’s previous match against El Salvador, managed to make a significant impact by scoring a goal. Despite being a substitute, Kyogo’s contribution made an impact on the match, and his rare headed goal demonstrated his versatility and ability to adapt to different situations on the pitch.
Kyogo’s performance against El Salvador was enough to earn him a spot in the starting lineup against Peru.
Peru saw out a 1-0 win against Hyeongyu Oh’s South Korea on the last matchday, with the Celtic striker incredibly frustrated that he couldn’t get on the scoresheet, missing two clear-cut chances.
