Ayase Ueda
FeyenoordCF
Playmaking Forward
Aug 28, 1998 (27)
Right
6'0"
168 lb
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Scores twice, adds assist
Ueda scored two goals and assisted once from five shots and two chances created in Sunday's 4-0 victory against Tunisia.
Analysis: Ueda delivered a complete centre-forward performance in Japan's 4-0 win over Tunisia, scoring twice and providing one assist across 84 minutes as the focal point of Japan's attack in a dominant display that confirmed his side's place in the knockout rounds. The Feyenoord striker registered five shots and created two chances, combining clinical finishing with intelligent hold-up play and precise distribution in behind the Tunisian defensive line, underlining why he was the top scorer in the Eredivisie this season. Ueda now has two goals and one assist across two group games and heads into the decisive Group F clash against Sweden as Japan's most dangerous attacking weapon, with his aerial presence, movement off the ball and finishing quality in both feet making him one of the most complete strikers remaining in the tournament.
Struggles at striker
Ueda registered one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Netherlands.
Analysis: Ueda visibly struggled for Japan on Sunday, finishing with just one shot and only a single touch in the opposition box against the Netherlands. His substitution ultimately opened the door for Japan's equalizer, with Koki Ogawa setting up Daichi Kamada for the second goal in the 2-2 draw. The 2025/26 Eredivisie Golden Boot winner will look to rebound against Tunisia on June 21 after a performance to forget. He should still be expected to start, but backup Keisuke Goto could begin pushing for minutes if Ueda turns in another quiet outing.
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