Japan vs North Korea

2024 - 3 - 21

Japan Beats North Korea in World Cup Qualifying, North Korea Cancels Hosting Match

Asian Football Confederation - Football - Japan - North Korea - World Cup qualifier

Japan secures a 1-0 victory over North Korea in the World Cup qualifiers, but North Korea cancels hosting the upcoming match in Pyongyang. Find out more about the unexpected turn of events!

In a tense World Cup qualifying match, Japan emerged victorious over North Korea with a narrow 1-0 win. However, the anticipated rematch, scheduled to be hosted by North Korea in Pyongyang, has been unexpectedly canceled. Reports suggest that North Korea made this decision due to concerns over infectious diseases in Japan. As a result, the upcoming match will now take place at a neutral venue, adding another intriguing twist to the already intense rivalry between the two nations.

The Japan Football Association's president confirmed the news, stating that North Korea will not be hosting the World Cup qualifier as originally planned. This decision has stirred speculation and curiosity among football fans worldwide, eager to witness the outcome of this crucial match. Despite the uncertainties surrounding the venue, excitement and anticipation continue to build as the teams prepare to face off in a neutral setting.

As the match between North Korea and Japan approaches, fans are on the edge of their seats, eager to see how this unexpected turn of events will impact the game. The tension between the two nations adds an additional layer of excitement to an already high-stakes encounter. Stay tuned for more updates as the teams gear up for what promises to be a thrilling showdown in the World Cup qualifiers!

In the midst of the uncertainty surrounding the match venue, one thing is certain – the fierce rivalry between North Korea and Japan will set the stage for an intense battle on the football field. With both teams gearing up for a showdown at a neutral venue, all eyes will be on the players as they strive to secure a crucial victory in their quest for World Cup qualification.

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Japan beats North Korea in World Cup qualifying then North Korea ... (The Associated Press)

Japan beat North Korea 1-0 in Asian qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. But North Korea has reportedly canceled hosting Japan next Tuesday in Pyongyang.

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North Korea won't host World Cup qualifier against Japan: report (The Japan Times)

North Korea appears to have decided not to stage the match in its capital over worries about infectious diseases in Japan.

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North Korea vs Japan World Cup qualifier to take place at neutral ... (CNA)

KUALA LUMPUR: North Korea's home World Cup qualifier against Japan on Tuesday (Mar 26) will be held at a neutral venue and not in Pyongyang, ...

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Football: North Korea not to host World Cup qualifier vs Japan - The ... (The Mainichi)

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japan Football Association's president said Thursday that North Korea will not host an upcoming World Cup qualifier between the c.

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Japan tame North Korea in World Cup qualifiers, S. Korea's Heung ... (Malay Mail)

HONG KONG, March 22 — Japan and Australia strode towards the next stage of Asian qualifying for the 2026 World Cup but South Korea dropped points despite ...

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Goal and Highlights: Japan 1-0 North Korea in 2026 World Cup ... (VAVEL.com)

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North Korea says it cannot host World Cup qualifier: Japan football ... (Sportstar)

North Korea told Japan on Thursday that it cannot host next week's World Cup qualifier, Japan's football association chief Kozo Tashima said, throwing the ...

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North Korea vs Japan World Cup qualifier to take place at neutral ... (CNA)

KUALA LUMPUR: North Korea's home World Cup qualifier against Japan on Tuesday (Mar 26) will be held at a neutral venue and not in Pyongyang, ...

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North Korea v Japan World Cup qualifier to take place at neutral venue (The Straits Times)

AFC general secretary Windsor John did not say why the March 26 match would not take place as originally planned in Pyongyang.

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World Cup qualifiers: Japan scrape past North Korea, South Korea ... (South China Morning Post)

Ao Tanaka snares only goal in Japan's nervy win, Son Heung-min scores in surprise 1-1 with Thailand, while Qatar, Iran win comfortably in 2026 World Cup ...

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North Korea v Japan World Cup qualifier to take place at neutral venue (FRANCE 24)

North Korea's home World Cup qualifier against Japan on Tuesday will be held at a neutral venue and not in Pyongyang, the Asian Football Confederation said, ...

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North Korea won't host World Cup qualifier against Japan, Kyodo ... (Reuters)

North Korea will not host a World Cup qualifier with Japan that was scheduled to be held in Pyongyang next week, Kyodo news agency reported late Thursday, ...

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Soccer-North Korea won't host World Cup qualifier against Japan ... (The Star Online)

TOKYO (Reuters) -North Korea will not host a World Cup qualifier with Japan that was scheduled to be held in Pyongyang next week, Kyodo news agency reported ...

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North Korea vs Japan World Cup qualifier off over 'unforeseen ... (CNA)

KUALA LUMPUR: North Korea's home World Cup qualifier against Japan was called off on Friday (Mar 22), the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said, ...

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North Korea abruptly cancels home soccer game with Japan (Nikkei Asia)

SEOUL -- Days before hosting its first home international soccer game since the pandemic, North Korea on Friday abruptly canceled a long-awaited clash.

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North Korea cancels World Cup qualifier against Japan (The Guardian)

Minutes after that game, which Japan won 1-0, Kozo Tashima, the president of the Japan Football Association, told reporters that the return match in the North ...

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North Korea v Japan World Cup qualifier to take place at neutral venue (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: North Korea's home World Cup qualifier against Japan on Tuesday will be held at a neutral venue and not in Pyongyang, the Asian Football ...

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North Korea pulls out of hosting World Cup soccer qualifier against ... (Yahoo Sports)

North Korea canceled plans to host a scheduled World Cup qualifying match against Japan next week, Asia's governing soccer association confirmed Friday, ...

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World Cup qualifiers: North Korea v Japan match in Pyongyang ... (South China Morning Post)

Decision came after talks with world football governing body Fifa and North Korea saying they would not be able to stage the March 26 game in the capital.

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