Oman today_ Japan’s recent 3–2 win over Brazil in a friendly match has drawn varied reactions. The Japanese newspaper Sankei Sports noted that defeating Brazil—especially a weakened and unprepared side—should not lead to excessive celebration, emphasizing that the quality of play is more important than the result.
Sankei highlighted that while Japan remains unrivaled in Asia, the team has not yet reached the level of the world’s championship-winning sides. Even standout players such as Ueda, Endo, Kubo, Mitoma, and Duvan must operate at a higher standard to achieve success at the World Cup.
The newspaper concluded: “Beating a Brazil team weaker than usual is not a reason for major celebration. Japan must reach a level where defeating Brazil is no longer surprising. A victory in a friendly match is not enough; what truly matters is performance on the World Cup stage.”