YOKOHAMA -- Japan recovered from a embarrassing first half against India to open its 2007 Asian Cup qualifying campaign with an ultimately convincing 6-0 win at Nissan Stadium on Wednesday.
Japan midfielder Shinji Ono celebrates after scoring againt a goal against India during their 2007 Asian Cup qualifying match at Nissan Stadium.
Urawa Reds' Shinji Ono scored Japan's 100th goal under coach Zico to open the scoring in the 32nd minute, but that was to be the only goal in an opening period marred by misplaced passes, over elaboration and poor finishing against a Group A rival ranked 100 places below the home side in the world rankings.