Japan's World Cup adventure came to an end on Monday afternoon as Croatia's experience shone through in a dramatic penalty shootout.
The match ended 1-1 after extra-time
Japan’s national soccer team members received a warm welcome upon their return home on Dec. 7 despite failing in their historic bid to make the final eight at the World Cup in Qatar.
In his latest column for The Sporting News, former J.League star and England striker Jay Bothroyd reflects on the end of Japan’s World Cup adventure, and gives his marks for the Samurai Blue’s campaign in Qatar.