Fans at a bar in Tokyo celebrate Japan’s win over Spain at the World Cup. Photo: AP
Fifa World Cup: shadow of 2002 hangs over Japan and South Korea, as old adversaries face prospect of quarter-final clash
- From tournament co-hosts 20 years ago to a potential last eight meeting in Qatar, the two nations have raised Asia’s profile on the world stage once again
- Japan will take on Croatia, while South Korea face Brazil in back-to-back matches on Monday
Fans at a bar in Tokyo celebrate Japan’s win over Spain at the World Cup. Photo: AP