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Takefusa Kubo was injured in the first match of the World Cup and was unable to return during the tournament. His playing time for his club has been limited this season.
As if to take away his frustration from the World Cup, Kubo scored the opening goal against Brazil. In the first half, they broke away from near the center of the pitch and got on top of their speed, rushing towards the goal. "I thought I was better at turning around." With a delicate touch, he struck the ball with his left foot on the near side.
He was injured in the first match of the World Cup. He was unable to play in the remaining two games of the first round, and was on the bench for the match against Brazil, but was not in a condition to play. His intensive rehabilitation efforts were in vain, and he was never able to stand on the World Cup pitch again. After scoring, he sent a message to his Real Sociedad team-mates who are making a comeback from injury. "I know how you feel too. I hope you can move on." He acted because he knew the suffering.
This season, he hasn't gotten enough playing time with his club. In an effort to change the current situation, he increased his awareness of receiving the ball in the center. The opening goal was born out of perfect form.
Continuing from October, he played under Japan's top team, which adopted a four-back system. He looked forward and threatened the Brazilian defense, aiming for a pass that could lead to a goal. (Singapore Current Affairs)

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