The Japanese national team quickly returned to winning ways after overtaking Indonesia by a large score to move away from the lead.

The Japanese national team defeated its Indonesian counterpart 4-0 today, Friday, in the fifth stage of the third group matches for the decisive round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.

Hubner (35th by mistake against his own goal), Minamino (40th), Morita (49th) and Sugawara (69th) took turns in the Japanese quartet.

The Japanese national team quickly returned to winning ways after drawing without goals in the last round against Australia, achieving its fourth victory in five matches.

The Japanese national team raised its score to 13 points in the lead, seven points ahead of Australia, Saudi Arabia and China.

Indonesia stands at three points in last place