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Japan score late to edge Scotland in friendly

Junya Ito's late goal gave Japan a 1-0 win over Scotland in Steve Clarke's side's first 2026 World Cup warm-up game.
Mar 28, 2026, 06:47 pm - PA

Match Timeline

Scotland
Japan
  • KO
  • HT
  • 45
  • 62
  • 63
  • 63
  • 65
  • 71
  • 77
  • 78
  • 78
  • 81
  • 84
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Scotland 0, Japan 1.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, Scotland 0, Japan 1.
90'+3'
Kenny McLean (Scotland) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Match Stats
SCOJPN
Possession
45%
5545
55%
Shots on Goal
3
7
Shot Attempts
8
18
Yellow Cards
0
2
Corner Kicks
3
8
Saves
6
3
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