Japan's victory over the United States in the IFAF U20 World Junior Championship semifinals shocked football fans, leading to a fierce reaction on social media. Despite the U.S. putting up a fight in the second half, Japan's offense prevailed, winning the game 41-20.
Key Points
Japan defeated the U.S. by 21 points in the semifinals
U.S. head coach Mike Kelly acknowledged Japan's superiority in the game
Japan will play Canada in the gold medal game
Pros
Japan's first crack at a gold medal in the championship
Strong performance by Japan's offensive and defensive lines
Cons
Disappointing loss for the United States football team
Fans' dissatisfaction and disbelief on social media