Germany U21s secure victory in Latvia while Japan advances in Asian Games

Germany's U21 national team secured a decisive 4-0 victory over Latvia in an away match, continuing their strong performance in European Under-21 Championship qualifying. Frankfurt players Noel Aseko and Elias Baum were both in the starting lineup, with Aseko substituted in the 69th minute. Meanwhile, Japan's U23 team advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Games, edging past North Korea 1-0. Keita Kosugi, who scored in the previous round, was an unused substitute against North Korea. Japan will face Uzbekistan in their next match.

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