Most Assists in a Single World Cup for Japan (Keisuke Honda, 3 assists in 2010)
Keisuke Honda holds Japan's single-World Cup assist record.
Keisuke Honda recorded 3 assists in the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the most by a Japan player in a single tournament.
Quick Facts
- Player
- Keisuke Honda
- Tournament
- 2010 FIFA World Cup (South Africa)
- Role
- Attacking Midfielder; Playmaker
- Affiliation
- Japan National Team
- First appears
- 2010 World Cup group stage
- Status
- Retired from international football (2018)
Lore & Background
Honda's playmaking helped Japan reach the round of 16 in 2010, where they were eliminated by Paraguay on penalties.
Did You Know?
- Japan has qualified for every FIFA World Cup since 1998.
- Japan has never received a red card in a World Cup match.
- Japan has won a record four Asian Cup titles.
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