Ivica Osim's reign as coach of Japan got off to a winning start as Alex Santos scored both goals in a 2-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago on Wednesday evening.
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Alex put Japan ahead with 17 minutes on the clock when he arched a sensational free-kick over the wall before doubling the lead five minutes later when he lobbed the ball over Trinidad 'keeper Jan Michael Williams.