Japan 'worry' as Mitoma misses training ahead of Asian Cup clash

DOHA, Jan 22 (AFP): Kaoru Mitoma did not train with his Japan team-mates on Monday ahead of their Asian Cup group decider against Indonesia, with defender Ko Itakura admitting it was "a worry".
The Brighton winger has not played since hurting his ankle in a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace on December 21.
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu included him in his squad for the Asian Cup but the player has not been included in the match-day squad for their two games in Qatar so far.
The 26-year-old Mitoma worked out alone at the team hotel while the rest of the players trained ahead of Wednesday's game against Indonesia.
Japan have not yet qualified for the last 16 and need at least a draw to guarantee their place.