Japan have much to be happy about after a gritty 2-2 draw with Senegal in Ekaterinburg, but the Samurai Blue will be unable to avoid feeling they let a win slip away against the joint Group H leaders.Facing a skillful and explosive Senegal outfit, Japan managed to dictate play for long stretches, scoring two excellent goals and creating two clear-cut chances late in the game that could have clinched victory.At the other end, the defensive shortcomings that have long troubled the team once again saw them give away soft goals through inattention and poor marking.In his post-game press confere…READ FULL ARTICLE
