Japan tops Sweden, will play U.S. for WCup title

Homare Sawa made up for a huge error by scoring the go-ahead goal and Japan advanced to the World Cup final with a 3-1 victory over Sweden on Wednesday.
Jul 14, 2011, 12:31 am - Associated Press

Match Timeline

Japan
Sweden
  • KO
  • 10
  • 19
  • HT
  • 45+2
  • 60
  • 64
  • 65
  • 69
  • 70
  • 74
  • 75
  • 86
  • 89
  • FT
  • 90+4
  • 90+4

Match Commentary

90'+2'
Corner, Japan. Conceded by Antonia Göransson.
89'
Substitution, Japan. Megumi Kamionobe replaces Aya Miyama.
88'
Attempt missed. Lisa Dahlkvist (Sweden) right footed shot from outside the box misses to the left. Assisted by Therese Sjögran.
Match Stats
JPNSWE
Possession
60%
4060
40%
Shots on Goal
5
2
Shot Attempts
14
4
Yellow Cards
0
1
Corner Kicks
8
2
Saves
1
2