Japan celebrated their 1,000th international match in style with a commanding 4-0 victory over Tunisia in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Samurai Blue dominated from start to finish, becoming the first Asian side to score four goals in a single World Cup match.
First-Half Dominance
Japan took control early, with Kyogo Furuhashi opening the scoring in the 12th minute after a swift counter-attack. The lead was doubled just before halftime when Ayase Ueda headed in from a corner kick, leaving Tunisia struggling to contain the attacking waves.
Second-Half Masterclass
After the break, Japan continued their relentless pressure. Ueda turned provider in the 58th minute, setting up Junya Ito with a lofted pass for the third goal. The striker then completed his brace in the 73rd minute, nodding in from a deep cross to seal the emphatic win.
Historic Achievement
The victory marked a milestone for Japanese football, as the team became the first Asian nation to net four times in a World Cup fixture. According to the Japan Football Association, the result also extended their unbeaten run against African opponents to five matches.
