Two quick goals in the second half by Cote d’Ivoire shattered Japan’s hopes of victory as the team lost 2-1 in its opening World Cup match on Saturday, leaving Alberto Zaccheroni’s men with an uphill task to advance to the knockout phase.
Stats:
| Côte d'Ivoire | Team stats | Japan |
| 19 | Total shots | 7 |
| 9 | Shots on goal | 4 |
| 12 | Fouls | 13 |
| 57% | Possession (%) | 43% |
| 8 | Corners | 5 |
| 3 | Saves | 7 |
| 3 | Offsides | 1 |
| 0 | Red Card | 0 |
| 2 | Yellow Card | 2 |
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