World Cup 2018, Belgium 3-2 Japan: Hits and flops from the game

#3 Best: Shinji Kagawa

Kagawa was a live wire on the pitch

Although Takashi Inui and Genki Haraguchi got onto the scoresheet, it was Shinji Kagawa's energy and craft that worked wonders for the Asian outfit, on a night where not many predicted Japan to score two against the likes of Alderweireld and Kompany.

The former Manchester United midfielder ran down various channels, founds empty pockets of space down either flank and always invited a pass.

The main highlight of his game was his composure. He may not be the swiftest with the ball, but Kagawa's technique and dribbling skill gave him an upper edge. He was very productive yet safe in possession, creating chances, playing give-and-go's, stretching the opposition defence and chipping in with good crosses.

He always got the better of Witsel, who was too static to chase his excellence.

Kagawa also ran the extra yard to help his side defensively. He won possession back many a time for his side and never stopped running.

HT De Bruyne & Kagawa Player DashboardsDe Bruyne with the most attacking third passes completed so far (17). He has created 3 chances, 2 from crosses. Kagawa has made the most attacking third passes for Japan (7/8 completed). https://t.co/srHNzUU41q pic.twitter.com/v96F2GyJ5u

— Stats Zone (@StatsZone) July 2, 2018