Japan Qualifies for Paris Olympics Women's Soccer Tournament

A 2-1 victory over North Korea secures Japan's spot, marking a significant achievement for the team.

Japan defeated North Korea 2-1 in Tokyo to secure a place in the Paris Olympics women's soccer tournament.
The victory follows a scoreless draw in the first leg of the final Asian qualifying tie held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Goals from Hana Takahashi and Aoba Fujino were crucial for Japan's win, with North Korea's Kim Hye Yong scoring late in the game.
Japanese goalkeeper Ayaka Yamashita made a key save to prevent a North Korean equalizer, highlighting her critical role in the match.
This qualification marks a significant achievement for Japan, which won a silver medal in the 2012 Olympics but has never clinched gold.