Lee Young-pyo Accurately Predicts Japan's 4-Goal Performance in World Cup Qualifier

Former South Korean national football player Lee Young-pyo accurately predicted Japan's dominant 4-0 victory over Tunisia in their second group stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Lee had anticipated Japan would score four goals, a prediction that proved correct as Japan secured a decisive win.

The match held significance as it was the 1000th kickoff in World Cup history. Japan took an early lead just four minutes into the game with a goal from Daichi Kamada, followed by further goals from Ayase Ueda and Junya Ito. Ueda added a second goal later in the match, sealing Japan's largest-ever World Cup finals win.

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I won't be envious. I expect our players to put on a performance just as brilliant as Japan's.

Despite Japan's impressive performance, Lee Young-pyo focused on South Korea's prospects. He stated, "I won't be envious. I expect our players to put on a performance just as brilliant as Japan's," expressing his hope for the South Korean team in their upcoming match against South Africa. He added that it must have been a difficult time for the Tunisian players, given the scoreline.

South Korea, led by coach Hong Myung-bo, was scheduled to play their final group stage match against South Africa on June 25th at the Monterrey Stadium in Mexico.

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It must be a very painful time for the Tunisian players.