Japan U23

Japan U23 defeated South Korea U23 1–0 in the Asia, AFC U23 Asian Cup - Semi Finals on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Full highlights, player ratings and match statistics are available below.

Match Report — Japan U23 vs South Korea U23

This Asia, AFC U23 Asian Cup - Semi Finals 2026 match between Japan U23 and South Korea U23 has now concluded. The full-time score of 1–0 reflects the performance of both sides across 90 minutes of competitive Asia, AFC U23 Asian Cup - Semi Finals football. LCores tracked every goal, substitution, yellow card and red card in real time throughout this fixture. Use the Statistics tab above to review possession, shots on target, corners and fouls from this match. The Lineups tab shows both confirmed starting XIs, player ratings and substitutes used by each team.

Highlights — Japan U23 vs South Korea U23 1–0

The Japan U23 vs South Korea U23 highlights video is available in the Highlights tab above. Highlights are typically uploaded within 1–3 hours of the final whistle. The video covers all goals, key chances and decisive moments from this Asia, AFC U23 Asian Cup - Semi Finals 2026 fixture. LCores provides free match highlights for all Asia, AFC U23 Asian Cup - Semi Finals games — no subscription needed.

Player Ratings & Performance — Japan U23 vs South Korea U23

Individual player ratings for Japan U23 and South Korea U23 from this match are available in the Lineups tab. Ratings reflect each player's contribution across the 90 minutes, based on goals, assists, key passes, defensive actions and overall performance data. Top performers from both Japan U23 and South Korea U23 are highlighted in the formation view.

Goals & Key Events

Unknown found the net in the 36'' minute.

There were 10 substitutions across both sides during the match.

How to Watch Japan U23 vs South Korea U23 Live

Fans around the world can follow Japan U23 vs South Korea U23 live on LCores for free. In the United Kingdom, the match is expected to be available on Sky Sports or TNT Sports. US viewers can check ESPN+ or Paramount+ for live coverage. In Canada, DAZN and TSN are the primary broadcasters for Asia, AFC U23 Asian Cup - Semi Finals fixtures. Australian fans should look to Optus Sport or Kayo Sports. Viewers in Saudi Arabia and across the Arab world can watch on beIN Sports, thmanyah or MBC Sport. LCores provides a free live score stream for Japan U23 vs South Korea U23 with real-time match events, statistics and lineups — no subscription required.

For the full match highlights video, detailed player ratings and complete statistics from this Asia, AFC U23 Asian Cup - Semi Finals 2026 fixture between Japan U23 and South Korea U23, navigate the tabs above. LCores covers all Asia, AFC U23 Asian Cup - Semi Finals matches with real-time data, archived results and free highlight videos — completely free for fans worldwide.