Tulio fit for Paraguay clash
Posted Monday, June 28, 2010 by PA
Defender Tulio has declared himself fit for Japan's last 16 clash with Paraguay in Pretoria on Tuesday after recovering from a knock, although coach Takeshi Okada may be tempted to name the same XI that beat Denmark 3-1.
Paraguay midfielder Victor Caceres is suspended but Antolin Alcaraz could return after missing the goalless draw with New Zealand due to a minor injury.
La Albirroja coach Gerardo Martino has highlighted Japan's rapid counter-attacks and dead-ball prowess as two areas his side will need to address if they are to progress to the quarter-finals of the World Cup.
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