Nadeshiko Japan, under the leadership of new manager Nils Nielsen, made a remarkable first impression by winning the SheBelieves Cup in his debut outing. The Greenlander, who took over the reins in December, guided his team to impressive victories against Australia and Colombia before edging out the reigning Olympic gold medalist, the United States, in a thrilling 2-1 final match in San Diego.

Nielsen expressed his admiration for his team's bravery and determination throughout the tournament. "I think we were extremely brave," he said after the final game. "They kept the ball (even) when it was difficult to do so. They are stepping up, and they are really trying. So I think it was deserved that we won."

This victory marks a significant milestone for Nadeshiko Japan, who have never won the SheBelieves Cup before. It also serves as a promising start for Nielsen's tenure as manager, demonstrating his ability to inspire and lead the team to success.