Kamada scores early goal to give Japan lead against Tunisia in World Cup opener

Japanese midfielder Daichi Kamada scored in the fourth minute, the fastest goal in Japan's World Cup history, giving them an early lead over Tunisia in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener in Monterrey, Mexico. Kamada has scored in both of Japan's first two matches, including a late equalizer against the Netherlands. Japan's strong start positions them well in their group.