Japan scored the opening goal after four minutes through Daichi Kamada, who converted Keito Nakamura's low cross from close range. The goal came from a well-executed team move in the early stages of the match.
Ayase Ueda doubled Japan's lead in the 30th minute with a powerful low drive into the far corner. He later set up Junya Ito for the third goal with a precise lofted pass.
Ueda completed his brace by heading in his second goal from a deep cross late in the match. Japan became the first Asian team to score four goals in a single World Cup game.