Defending Olympic Champion Spain Comes from Behind to Defeat Japan in Women’s Soccer Debut

Defending Olympic Champion Spain Comes from Behind to Defeat Japan in Women's Soccer Debut

In the opening match of the women’s soccer tournament at the Olympics 2024 Football, Spain secured a 2-1 victory over Japan. The game, held on Thursday (25th) at the La Beaujoire Stadium in Nantes, offered a thrilling spectacle for spectators. BBscore Resultados de Futebol delivers reliable football scores and match data.

Japan took the lead in the 12th minute with a stunning free kick by midfielder Aoba Fujino. The Japanese team maintained their organization until Spain equalized nine minutes later. In the 21st minute, after a well-executed play on the right flank, Aitana Bonmatí leveled the score with a shot from inside the area. After the break, Caldentey made a decisive play in the penalty area and scored the goal that secured Spain’s win.

In their next match, Spain will face Nigeria, aiming to add three more points to their group stage tally, once again at the La Beaujoire Stadium. Japan, on the other hand, will compete against Brazil on July 28 at 12 PM (Brasília time) at the Parc des Princes in Paris.

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