Japan defeated China 7-0 in the Asian World Cup qualifiers, beginning strongly in Group C.

Japan secured a commanding 7-0 victory over China in the Asian World Cup qualifiers, showcasing their strength with goals from Premier League players Kaoru Mitoma and Wataru Endo, among others. This win marks a strong start for Japan in Group C, which includes Australia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Indonesia. The top two teams will qualify for the World Cup, while third and fourth place will enter another qualifying round.