Japan finished last at the SheBelieves Cup women's football tournament Tuesday after a 3-0 penalty shootout loss to Brazil following a 1-1 draw in the third-place match.
The final between the United States and Canada also went to a penalty shootout, with the Americans winning 5-4 after a 2-2 draw at Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio.
Nadeshiko Japan opened the scoring in the 35th minute when Maika Hamano's right-wing cross found Mina Tanaka in front of goal.
After Japan missed chances to double their lead, Cristiane headed in a corner from Yasmim to level the score in the 71st minute.
"This is what happens in the end if you don't score when needed," Japan head coach Futoshi Ikeda said. "Our immaturity surfaced in this game."
"I believe this is a team that can make adjustments toward the Paris Olympics. We'll look at the positives as well and blend them into our next steps," he added.
