Spain v England buildup, reaction to Portugal’s post-Ronaldo thrashing, WSL and more – matchday live

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All the latest news from around the footballing world Get in touch: contact our matchday live writers on email Japan’s head coach Hajime Moriyasu said that his side could “become the world’s best” at future World Cups after they beat Brazil 3-2 in a friendly. Japan went 2-0 up before Vinícius Júnior brought things level with a brace. A late goal from Tatsuhiro Sakamoto gave Japan the victory and enraged Carlo Ancelotti and Raphinha in the process, with both individuals receiving red cards as they protested against the goal. Read the roundup from yesterday’s friendlies here. Away from the…