Troussier frustrated with draw for Japan

Japan coach Philippe Troussier saluted his side’s ‘‘wonderful’’ fightback against Belgium but admitted he was ‘‘frustrated’’ that they had not been able to hold on for a memorable win.

Japan coach Philippe Troussier saluted his side’s ‘‘wonderful’’ fightback against Belgium but admitted he was ‘‘frustrated’’ that they had not been able to hold on for a memorable win.

The co-hosts went behind to a 57th-minute Marc Wilmots goal but responded magnificently to turn the Group H opener on its head and send the Saitama crowd wild with excitement.

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