Kiwis grind out Japan win

New Zealand moved to the top of Pool A after grinding out a 1-0 victory over Japan at the World Cup in Monchengladbach on Saturday. Simon Child scored on 43 minutes by converting Bryce Collins' pass, giving the Kiwis an unbeaten record in the tournament.

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New Zealand had a lot to thank 'keeper Paul Woolford for, although Japan's finishing was poor in a scrappy game.

With seven points from three matches, the Black Sticks can secure semi final qualification but face tough matches against form side Spain and top seed Australia.

Japan's are only team in the competition yet to register a point and lie bottom of Pool A.

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Kiwis grind out Japan win

New Zealand moved to the top of Pool A after grinding out a 1-0 victory over Japan at the World Cup in Monchengladbach on Saturday. Simon Child scored on 43 minutes by converting Bryce Collins' pass, giving the Kiwis an unbeaten record in the tournament.

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