Soccer: Iniesta pulling for Japan, Spain to advance in World Cup

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Andre Iniesta, who scored Spain’s winning goal in the 2010 World Cup final, said Thursday he is pulling for both Spain and Japan to advance to the round of 16 from Group E at this year’s World Cup in Qatar. Speaking at an event in Osaka, the Vissel Kobe midfielder said, “Of course, I’m supporting Spain, but I’d also like Japan to advance.” “Spain are a marvelous team. Japan has been making use of many young players, who are playing together very well.” Samurai Japan are, however, longshots to advance to the knockout stage from a group that also includes four-time champion Germany. The World Cu…

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