Unpredictable! Japan beats Spain, throws Germany out of FIFA World Cup

A rollercoaster of emotions was witnessed in Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022. Shockingly, Germany was knocked out of the World Cup in the group stage for a second consecutive time despite a 4-2 win over Costa Rica on Thursday.

 

 

This came after the four-times champions were forced to place third in Group E following Japan’s victory over Spain 2-1. It is significant to mention it is the second successive time that Germany has been eliminated from the group stage.

 

 

A 2-1 loss to Japan in their opening game at Qatar 2022 proved costly for Germany, which is set to host Euro 2024 in just over 18 months.

 

"It's an absolute catastrophe. It is unbelievably bitter for us because our result would have been enough [if Spain hadn't lost to Japan]. It's a feeling of powerlessness. If that was my last game for Germany, it has been a tremendous pleasure, thank you very much," said Muller as quoted by ESPN.