Soccer: Nadeshiko Japan qualify for 2019 Women's World Cup

Japan booked their ticket to the 2019 Women's World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Australia in the Asian Cup on Friday.The result in their final Group B match at Amman International Stadium ensured Japan advanced to the semifinals of the tournament, which serves as the official Asian qualifier for next year's Women's World Cup in France.Australia, ranked No. 6 in the world, had early opportunities over the world No. 11 Japan with Lisa De Vanna and Chloe Logarzo close to finding the back of the net before the halftime.However, midfielder Mizuho Sakaguchi put Nadeshiko ahead in the 63rd minute,…READ FULL ARTICLE