Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Amman: Mana Iwabuchi has credited the entire Japan squad for her success after being awarded the Most Valuable Player presented by TOYOTA following Friday’s 1-0 win over Australia in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2018 final.
The talented striker scored twice and was an ever-present for the Nadeshiko throughout the tournament, with her display in the final only serving to further underline the 25-year-old’s growing reputation.
However, despite her glowing reviews and well-deserved personal accolades, Iwabuchi was quick to dedicate the award to those around her.
“We won this AFC Women’s Asian Cup title because we played as a team,” she declared.
“I believe my award is simply a result of just that – the team working together, I would like to say many thanks to them.
“I am just happy that I could play all five matches during this tournament, personally speaking I should now look to develop more as a player going forward and, in the process help the team more.
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