Stunning names. The Peruvian team is preparing for their last match of this FIFA appointment against Japan. Although the national team follows with good momentum defeat South Korea, The Japanese team is one of the strongest teams on the Asian continent and features several players wearing the jerseys of the best clubs in the world.
The Samurai have a serious project in football and the results were visible at the last World Cup: they reached the round of 16 after leaving Germany away. As if that weren’t enough, its representatives not only shine in Europe, but also record exorbitant prices.
One of the names that stands out the most is that of Takefusa Kubo. The ex-Real Madrid striker has put in some great performances at Real Sociedad, finishing the season by qualifying for the next edition of the UEFA Champions League.
Takefusa Kubo played for Real Madrid. Photo: Forbes.
Another rival that Juan Reynoso’s technical command will consider are the experienced players Kaoru Mitoma, He is one of Brighton’s personalities and has attracted interest from the Premier League giants.
Kaoru Mitoma is 26 years old. Photo: AFP.
In terms of the Bundesliga, Daichi Kamada and Ko Itakura stand out. The former takes the offensive steering wheel position and won the UEFA Europa League in 2022, while the second acts as a defender at Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Kamada was instrumental in consecrating Frankfurt in the 2021-22 Europa League. Photo: AFP.
According to the portal Transfermarkt the market value of the Peruvian team is 35.35 million euros, while that of Japan is 199.75 million euros.
When does Peru vs. Japan play?
The Peru vs. Japan friendly match will be played this Tuesday, June 20th at the Panasonic Suita Stadium in Osaka Prefecture. It is the fifth time that both teams will face each other.