Japan Stuns England at Wembley

Japan secured a historic first-ever win against England at a sparsely populated Wembley on Friday night. Kaoru Mitoma's goal, following an error by Cole Palmer, proved decisive as England struggled to mount a consistent attacking threat. The match served as a crucial opportunity for manager Thomas Tuchel to evaluate players on the fringes of his World Cup squad.

England's attacking display lacked cohesion, with Phil Foden notably struggling in a quasi-false nine role. Japan's counter-attacks, however, were precise and purposeful, with Keito Nakamura providing the assist for Mitoma's well-placed finish. While England's late aerial bombardment nearly secured an equalizer, Japan held firm for a memorable victory.