Japan took the lead in the second half, but Sweden responded shortly afterwards when Anthony Elanga beautifully scored to make it 1–1, which was also the final score.
After the final whistle, Elanga collapsed, thinking the World Cup was over for Sweden. What he didn't know was that one point was enough to advance.
I shouted in English, 'We can go for more. I didn't know we were through. But then I heard someone shout that one point is enough. Now we focus on the next match,' says Elanga and continues:
I just wanted to keep playing. I'm happy we played a good game, better than the one against Holland. We could have scored more goals.
