It has been determined that the Nadeshiko Japan (Japan Women’s National Team), who are scheduled to be on a tour to Europe in November, will be playing against the England Women’s National Team in an international friendly match at Pinatar Arena (Murcia, Spain) on Friday 11 November.

International Friendly Match

Date: Fri. 11 November 2022 *Kick-off time TBC
Venue: Pinatar Arena (Murcia, Spain)
Fixture: England Women’s National Team vs Nadeshiko Japan
TV Broadcast: TBC

Opponent Data

England Women’s National Team
◇FIFA Ranking (As of 5 August 2022): 4th
◇England Women's National Team's recent international results: UEFA Women's EURO 2022 (Champions)
◇Japan’s head-to-head record: 1 win, 2 draws, 6 loss (5 goals, 17 conceded)
*Including Great Britain Women's National Team

Comment of Coach IKEDA Futoshi (Nadeshiko Japan)

We are delighted to be given the opportunity to play against the current European Champions, the England Women's National Team. This year's UEFA Women's EURO in July featured high intensity battles in front of large crowds, and I was greatly inspired by the performance displayed by the England Women's National Team. Following our matches against Nigeria Women's National Team and New Zealand Women's National Team in October, being able to compete against teams with a proven track record is invaluable for us. I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to enabling the Nadeshiko Japan to conduct an overseas tour as the last activity of the year.