Nadeshiko Japan boss Nils Nielsen clearly understands the importance of first impressions as his side emerged victorious in claiming a first-ever SheBelieves Cup title in the Greenlander¡¯s debut outing since taking the job in December.
Japan recorded impressive wins against Australia and Colombia before edging past the United States, the reigning Olympic gold medalist, 2-1 in an enthralling winner-takes-all final match on Wednesday in San Diego.
¡°I think we were extremely brave,¡± Nielsen said after the final game. ¡°They kept the ball (even) when it was difficult to do so. They are stepping up, and they are really trying. So I think it was deserved that we won.¡±
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