Kaishu Sano
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Dec 30, 2000 (25)
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5'9"
148 lb
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Assist Saturday
Sano recorded one assist on a chance created and one cross in Saturday's 4-0 win over Tunisia.
Analysis: Sano would once again play the full 90 for Japan as they defeated Tunisia, his second straight game playing the full 90. However, he would walk away with an assist this time, finding Ayase Ueda in the 83rd minute for the final goal of the match. He would also complete 71 passes, third-best on the team Saturday.
Goes full 90 minutes
Sano had two tackles (one won) and one interception in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Netherlands.
Analysis: Sano was one of the few midfielders to play the full 90 minutes on Sunday, finishing with two tackles, four recoveries, and one interception against the Netherlands. Offensively, he showed some promise with an 81 percent pass accuracy, though he offered little impact in the final third. His strength is typically in the physical side of the game as he averaged around a 93 percent aerial duel success rate with Mainz this season. He wasn't able to replicate that Sunday, winning just one of five attempts. Overall, his value remains tied to defensive volume rather than attacking output for Japan.
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