Japan face New Caledonia with knock-out berth at stake

14 October,2017 11:07 AM IST |  Kolkata  |  PTI

Japan will look to return to winning ways against debutants New Caledonia and grab a knockout berth in a Group 'E' fixture of the FIFA U-17 World Cup here today


Japan will look to return to winning ways against debutants New Caledonia and grab a knockout berth in a Group 'E' fixture of the FIFA U-17 World Cup here today.


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Japan's rousing start to their campaign was halted by France as the East Asian powerhouse suffered a 1-2 defeat to hand their opponents a knockout berth in Guwahati two days ago. Having shifted base to the iconic venue for the group stage climax, Japan will look to make short work of New Caledonia, who have already leaked 12 goals their in two matches.

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