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Why Keito Nakamura could be Japan's ace in the pack in more ways than one

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Keito Nakamura was not a guaranteed starter for Japan heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup but is now looming as a pivotal figure after scoring against Netherlands in their Group F opener.

Keito Nakamura was not guaranteed to start for Japan at the World Cup. But he is now emerging as a pivotal figure.

Will Japan go further than the Netherlands at the World Cup?

Key points

  • Keito Nakamura was not guaranteed to start for Japan at the World Cup
  • But he is now emerging as a pivotal figure

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