Yangel Herrera

Ayase Ueda scored twice as Japan beat Venezuela 2-1 in an international friendly in Hiroshima. The victory keeps Japan's strong run of form going ahead of major tournament preparations, while Venezuela, led by players including Yangel Herrera, took positives from a competitive showing. Fans are debating Ueda's finishing, the standout performances, and what the result means for both squads' lineups and World Cup plans.