Japan thrashes Tunisia 4-0 to eliminate them from World Cup
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:03 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Japan secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Tunisia in their World Cup match on June 21. Daichi Kamada scored the opener in the fourth minute, followed by two goals from Ayase Ueda and a strike from Junya Itō. With this win, Japan moves closer to advancing to the knockout stages, now having four points in Group F. Conversely, Tunisia's performance results in their elimination from the tournament, finishing without a point. The Samurai Blue is set to face Sweden next, while Tunisia will play against the Netherlands.
- •Japan scores four goals, the most in their World Cup history.
- •Tunisia is eliminated after losing both group matches.
- •Japan's Ayase Ueda scores twice, contributing significantly to the victory.
- •Japan now has four points, tied with the Netherlands but behind on goal difference.
- •Next, Japan will face Sweden, while Tunisia will play the Netherlands.
- 8:36 AMESPN Soccer — Japan rout Tunisia to eliminate them from WC
"A dominant Japan produced the biggest margin of victory for an Asian nation in a World Cup match as they beat Tunisia 4-0
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