Nadeshiko Japan launched the defense of their Women's World Cup title with a 1-0 win over Switzerland in Group C in Vancouver on June 8.
Captain Aya Miyama marked her 150th appearance for the national team with what turned out to be the winning goal, stroking home from the penalty spot in the 29th minute at BC Place Stadium.
Unlike their 2011 triumph in Germany, where they were regarded as dark horses, Japan will be under pressure as one of the favorites this year. (Kyodo)
サッカーの女子ワールドカップ(W杯)カナダ大会3日目の6月8日、連覇を狙う日本はスイスを1-0で下し、1次リーグ初戦を勝利で飾った。
The Japan Times ST: June 19, 2015