Town attacker Maeda scores winning penalty in Japan’s Kirin Cup clash

Ipswich Town attacker Daizen Maeda scored the winning penalty for Japan in a shoot-out victory against Ecuador at the Kirin Cup. The match ended 0-0 in normal time at the Nissan Stadium in Yokohama before heading directly to penalties without extra time.

Maeda, who entered the contest as a second-half substitute for Ao Tanaka, converted his kick into the top left corner after Aston Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki saved Denil Castillo's attempt. The victory advances Japan to the Kirin Cup final against New Zealand.