@@meundhennessy they’re bad😭😂 once again eliminated in the round of 16 as usual but you pvssies thought they were gonna do something special since they topped their group and beat spain and Germany 😭😂👍🏽
Croatia’s GK was man of the match. It was his moment to shine in the world’s stage. Congratulations to Japan for making it this far you gave it your all ❤️ congratulations to Croatia for continuing to push forward in this tournament
huge respect to Japan they brought it to Europe's best this tournament and can leave with their head high. This team will not be forgotten anytime soon
@@theoghartey1459 yeah you can tell in this game how bad and lack of creativity they are now. They have a compact team but if you wanna win titles you need a couple players that will get your out of sticky situations when the game is 0-0
As a Mexican-American, with no tangible connection to Japan, I was getting more and more emotional after each blocked penalty shot. They showed such heart for those 120 minutes. I am glad they received such a positive response. Class act.
Japan 2022 is the first time I started rooting for a world cup team purely because they were fun to watch and played honorably and skillfully. I knew very little of them previously, but really was hoping they would win it all.
Huge respect to the Japanese team and their coach. They played really well and the coach even thanked the fans for coming to the game after their loss. Both the team and their coach are very respectable people, and I think they have a chance at winning the next World Cup especially will the power vacuum that will come from the many professional players retiring after this World Cup. The Blue Samurai are definitely a team to watch out for in the next few years for sure. Congratulations to the Samurai Blue for making it this far, and I hope to see you excel more in the next few years for sure!!! 🇯🇵
they’re bad😭😂 once again eliminated in the round of 16 as usual but you pvssies thought they were gonna do something special since they topped their group and beat spain and Germany 😭😂👍🏽
Massive congratulations to Croatia, such a tenacious team! Japan beating Germany, Spain, & their very impeccable show of leadership in leaving the stadium & dressing room clean after each game is something I will not forget soon but tonight wasn't theirs.
@@dopechickensforlife7558 if it was about population then India and China would be the best along with Indonesia. It's upbringing within the culture and finding a way into the biggest leagues so you play with the best of the best all around the would and then it's about chemistry. 5 million is a lot of people to only need 20 guys to be on the highest level.
Such a heartbreaking loss. Japan always struggle in penalty shootouts and it shows. As a Japanese fan, I am proud of my team subverting expectations in this world cup beating former champions Spain and Germany. Our team looks very promising and I cant wait to see what future the national team will bring! *Vamos Nippon!!!*
Japan did amazing. Well deserved victories. They have game and quality to make it far. Unfortunately their penalties were not that great, but they are an amazing team with lots of potential ❤
they’re bad😭😂 once again eliminated in the round of 16 as usual but you pvssies thought they were gonna do something special since they topped their group and beat spain and Germany 😭😂👍🏽
As a Japanese, I'm touched by those encouraging comments here by many people from all over the world. Looks like Japan has won many people's respect and I'm moved to hear that. Yes, it was bitter (and yes I wish they had practiced PK more) but I remember when Japan started J. league back in 1993 when the level of Japanese soccer was not nearly close to what it is now. They have come a long way. It is still a very long way ahead. Watching Brazil play after this game, I don't know when or if Japan will get there ever,,, Japan could probably never play like Brazil, but Japan is good at team sports like baseball. I want to believe they will eventually get to the level of the top teams in the world in its own way and get to best 8, best 4 and the trophy one day... I'm sure Japan will come back even more strongly in four years. I want to pass on your words here about Japan to those who don't read English,( especially to my cousin in Japan who is crazy about soccer!)
+G Not struck with confidence. Low penalties need to be next to the post with some pace. Penalties near the goal's center mass need to be struck with power and need height. 3 Japanese penalties slow-rolled near the center.
He really wasn’t that unreal, the penalties taken by the Japanese were abysmally terrible little pea rollers. I called it before the game that Japan will either win in open play or lose in penalties. They’re just awful at them
huge respect to japan. upon finding out that mexico lost (the team i was rooting for), i saw myself rooting for japan and getting emotional seeing them proceed to the knockout rounds. with that being said, japan played well and i’m now a fan! even though this wasn’t the outcome i was expecting, i look forward to seeing them play in the future!
Ugh! As a Dutchie, so hard to watch Japan go down to penalties like this as we have so many times after a hard fought match! Much respect to Japan and best of luck to Croatia!
japan played so beautifully today. the movement both on and off the ball was mesmerizing to watch. regardless of the result, nothing but respect for japan
This was a great game. Good job to Croatia. I was really hoping for Japan to win and redeem themselves from the 2018 World Cup. Never cried this much in a long time. But I can't forget Japan finishing 1st in Group E. Well done Japan from the US.
I am from Ireland and I was rooting for Japan. They showed tremendous heart and determination in this game and throughout the world cup. Till next time...
Soccer in East Asia is still new compared to the other areas like Europe/South America because Baseball has been more popular in East Asia (and we are good at it). South Korea and Japan proved that the level of Soccer in East Asia is improving. It's sad to see Japan go like this and South Korea tried so hard against Brazil. It was great to see 2 East Asian countries at the Round 16 stage🤩
Team Japan played really well throughout this world cup. I see a lot of positives for them even though they didn't make it to the Q/F. I've seen significant improvements since last Olympics in the overall performance of the team as a whole. Keep it up and all the best for the future.
Kudos to Japan from a Chinese here for such a great performance in world cup. I love how they are dedicated to the games and wanting to win. There is no luck there but all from hard training. Japanese should be proud of the wins the have already had this time. Huge congrats.
This is the best of the best games to watch for this World Cup so far !!! Anyhow Japanese team ranked number one in Asia, but Croatian was ranked #2 in the world!!! Respected you guys skills and levels alot 👍
Croatia won two matches last World Cup by shootout, they are not a team you want to go up against in penalties. Good effort by Japan, but those penalties were pretty weak.
Huge shout out to my Japanese brothers and sisters from the USA. I was rooting for ya since the first game. Looking forward for what’s to come from Japan in the coming years and next World Cup!
Japan, slaying giants then losing it in PK's. Still, kudos to them for getting further than everyone expected. They played a heck of a tournament. Congrats to Croatia.
So impressed with Japan it’s definitely the best Japan Squad I’ve ever seen, they held their own against a World Cup Finalist. Congratulations to Croatia!
Yeah, but practice doesn’t make perfect… Perfect practice makes perfect.. So, they need to simulate 120 minutes of game action, then practice their PKs..
I agree. Penalty kicks are a specific skill. I used to have the same problem in hockey, was awful at the beginning, but got real good later on and it was all practice. Can't get good at anything without practice.
Japan has NOTHING to be ashamed of. Incredible job making it to the knock out round and having Croatia run for it's money was magical. Congrats to Croatia for the win but absolute respect for Japan for getting this far with incredible performance! - Korean/USA fan
I feel for Japan. Great work, Croatia. You have class and have defeated a very worthy Japanese side. The goalkeeping in this game was tremendous. A pleasure to watch. Thank you for the privilege. 🙏 🇯🇵 🇭🇷
My heart goes out to the Japanese people. It was definitely the closest game of the tournament and you should be proud. 👏 Anyone who watched the game knows the Japanese players played their heart out, but Croatia were way more experienced in big game penalties.
Japan showed incredible heart and passion in this game plus the entire world cup as well as the fans. I was impressed and hope to see more great performances from Japan in the future. 👏🇯🇵
Japan is developing itself to be a serious football nation. More and more players play in Europe, national team is doing great. Keep up the good work, a Dutch fan.
I was rooting for Japan SOOOO much they put their everything into this tournament. I'm sad they couldn't make history and take Japan to the quarter finals :( I'll be rooting for them and the USA next world cup.
Japan has captured the hearts of people worldwide ❤ What a World Cup performance this amazing team put. I have become officially a big fan of the Japanese national team. I assure you, this team will come back stronger than ever come 2026. Congratulations to Croatia 🇭🇷
I’m legitimately depressed over Japan losing. It’s so sad, this the most potential they have ever had in any World Cup with them beating Spain and Germany and their loss was definitely not from lack of trying. They gave it their all so I can’t wait for the blue samurai to make their redemption at 2026. 🇯🇵
they’re bad😭😂 once again eliminated in the round of 16 as usual but you pvssies thought they were gonna do something special since they topped their group and beat spain and Germany 😭😂👍🏽
@@gato69xxx56 eww. What a disgusting comment. There are over 150 different football countries in the world, and japan proved themselves to be one of the best 16. And u insult them. Clean your soul brotha you really need it
Congratulations to Croatia and good luck in the next rounds,thanks Japan for your hardworking players,those 2 big wins the group stage and how civilized your fans behaved in qatar,you were truly inspiring 🙏👏
Japan and South Korea both put on exceptional performances this World Cup. It's just that the level of competition goes up exponentially with each round.
Dear Japan, your team played beautifully and did the best out of all the Asian countries! It was a pleasure to watch your matches and I’m sure you will only improve as times goes on . Best wishes to your great nation and i apologize for when I sent you bad vibes in the past. Love, peace , prosperity and blessings
@@ritzrandom5551 Right, it's been pretty predictable in the Knockout Stage so far, all the powerhouses are emerging, which sets up some really exciting Quarterfinals clashes. Grateful we are getting England vs France in the quarterfinals, and I am really hoping to see Argentina vs Brazil in the semifinals!!!!
