Tag: Germany vs. Japan

Germany Player Ratings vs Japan: Surprise Loss in Group Opener

Germany, Japan, Player Ratings, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Germany have now lost their opening match at the World Cup for a second successive tournament after they were defeated 2-1 by Japan in the opening match of Group E at the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha. They led a protest at the start of the game for human rights, with the team photoed covering their mouths after FIFA stopped them and other nations to wear the 'OneLove' armband. The Germans had plenty of chances to win the match in the second half but didn't take them, allowing Japan to get back into the match. So, here's our Germany player ratings following their shock loss to Japan. 
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Japan Player Ratings vs Germany: Super Sub Asano Scores in Comeback

Germany, Japan, Player Ratings, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
The first match of Group E at the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha ended with yet another shock at the 2022 World Cup after Japan stunned Germany by winning 2-1. It was the first-ever victory for Japan over Germany in their history and a brilliant second half performance led by substitute Takuma Asano saw the Samurai Blue come away with all three points. So, here's our Japan player ratings after their fantastic victory over Germany. 
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