Soccer Final a Welcome Distraction for Japan

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Japan’s women’s national soccer team plays against the United States Sunday. For a country recovering from tragic natural disasters, the game will be a welcome distraction. So, what are the chances of winning the World Cup? Anchor Marco Werman talks to broadcaster Hirofumi Nakano.

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