World champions Spain come from behind to beat Japan in Paris Olympic football debut

NANTES, July 25 (Xinhua) -- Reigning women's World Cup holders Spain had to work hard and come from behind against a spirited Japan to win their first ever football game at the Paris Olympic Games on Thursday.

Goals from Aitana Bonmati and Mariona Caldentey turned the match around for the side who have to be considered gold medal favorites, despite a tough group that also contains Nigeria and Brazil.

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