Japan secured a second valuable win for an Asian team over a traditional footballing powerhouse at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar after defeating Germany 2-1 in Group E.
As Spain dominated Costa Rica 7-0 in the other game in the group, Germany are now in a very unfavorable situation in the race for Round of 16 qualification.
In Group F, Belgium struggled against Canada. The Canadians wasted 21 shots and one penalty, but Belgium won 1-0 thanks to Michy Batshuayi's volley in the box.
The victory put the European "Red Devils" at the top of the group after Croatia and Morocco played out a goalless draw in the other game.
Japan's players celebrate during the FIFA World Cup game against Germany at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar, November 23, 2022. /CFP
Gavi (#9) of Spain celebrates after scoring in the FIFA World Cup game against Costa Rica at Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar, November 23, 2022. /CFP
Michy Batshuayi (#23) of Belgium shoots to score in the FIFA World Cup game against Canada at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Qatar, November 23, 2022. /CFP
Luka Modric (#10) of Croatia dribbles in the FIFA World Cup game against Morocco ar Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar, November 23, 2022. /CFP
Host: Li Xiang
Guest: Josh McNally
Cover designer: Feng Yuan
Chief editor: Chen Ran
Supervisor: Zhang Shilei