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Japan arrive in Kuwait for Futsal Continental Cup 2014
22 October 2014
Japan National Futsal Team arrived in Kuwait to take part in the Futsal Continental Cup Kuwait 2014.
Despite general assumption of the searing hot Middle Eastern city, the climate of this season is comfortable in Kuwait, and the heat was not felt as badly as expected before arriving.
Prior to the opening match, the draw for the group stage took place Wednesday as Hatayama, who plays for a Kuwaiti club, drew it on behalf of Japan. It determined Kuwait, Italy, Egypt and Argentina were placed in Group A while Group B had Brazil, Japan, Czech and Guatemala. Japan will face Brazil in their opening match.
The squad went through light training from 8:30 pm to recover from the fatigue by the long trip and jet lag.
Comments
Miguel RODRIGO, Head Coach
Our group and opponents were determined today. I would have to say that Brazil are always very tough and fierce opponents, but it’s fortunate that we avoid Italy to be in the same group along with Brazil, which could bring us a chance to advance to the semifinals. Our opening match will be against Brazil. Facing such a strong opponent in the first match may cause high pressure on our young players. On the other hand, it is also true that we can take them on in good form without any accumulated fatigue. With piling up positive findings like that, we will fight every upcoming battle.
Schedule
Continental Cup 2014 | ||
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Thu. 23 October | 19:30 | Group League 1st match vs. Brazil |
Fri. 24 October | 14:30 | Group League 2nd match vs. Czech Republic |
Sat. 25 October | 14:30 | Group League 3rd match vs. Guatemala |
Mon. 27 October | 17:30/20:00 | Semin-finals |
Tue. 28 October | 17:30/20:00 | 3rd place play-off or Final |
*Local time
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