Moriyasu candidly explained two reasons why Japan defeated Tunisia convincingly in the 2026 World Cup Group F match 2.
On 21 June 2026 GMT+7, Hajime Moriyasu, head coach of Japan's national football team, gave an interview after Japan's dominant 4-0 victory over Tunisia in the 2026 World Cup Group F match 2, bringing their points total to 4, matching the Netherlands.
1. Netherlands 4 points (7 goals scored, 3 conceded)
2. Japan 4 points (6 goals scored, 2 conceded)
3. Sweden 3 points (6 goals scored, 6 conceded)
4. Tunisia 0 points (1 goal scored, 9 conceded) *Eliminated
Japan became the first team from Asia to score four goals in a single World Cup final match. Hajime Moriyasu revealed two reasons for their overwhelming win over Tunisia: the opponent's lack of focus despite a coaching change, and Japan's own team readiness combined with consistently aggressive play throughout the game.
The Japanese national team coach said, "We did not know exactly what tactics the opponent would use, but we did not focus much on them. We chose to prepare ourselves thoroughly and emphasize aggressive attacking play."
"During preparations, the coaching staff clearly defined our approach, which helped the players perform at their best."
"Many Japanese fans traveled to Monterrey (the match venue in Mexico) to sing the national anthem and cheer loudly for us. Their support was a great source of motivation for us."
In the 2026 World Cup Group F match 3 on 25 June, Japan will face Sweden in a decisive game to determine which team finishes in the top two and automatically advances.