It has been determined that the Nadeshiko Japan (Japan Women’s National Team) will face the Paraguay Women’s National Team in an international friendly match at Yurtec Stadium Sendai on Thursday 8 April. It will be the first time the two sides will face each other.

International Friendly Match
Nadeshiko Japan vs Paraguay Women’s National Team

Date: Thu. 8 April 2021 [16:30]
Venue: Yurtec Stadium Sendai (Miyagi)
Fixture: Nadeshiko Japan vs Paraguay Women’s National Team
Host: JFA
Supervisor: Miyagi Football Association
Japan National Football Team's Official Partner: Kirin Brewery Company, Limited, Kirin Beverage Company, Limited
Japan National Football Team's Official Supplier: adidas Japan K.K.
TV Broadcast: Live on Fuji Television Network (excluding some areas)

Opponent Data

Paraguay Women’s National Team
◇FIFA Ranking (As of 18 December 2020): 47th

Comment of Coach TAKAKURA Asako (Nadeshiko Japan)

We are grateful for the Paraguay Women’s National Team and all the people who have made this match possible during these difficult times. With this being a match played at Sendai 10 years following the Great East Japan Earthquake, we feel like there is a special meaning attached to this match. While Japan was devastated by the earthquake, the Nadeshiko Japan won the Women’s World Cup that year, bringing back a great deal of excitement and courage to the country. Now it is our time to bring back courage and energy to this country, as we will waste no time to challenge ourselves and make the most of this precious opportunity.