Japan missed a golden alternative to safe a spot within the World Cup knockout levels in Qatar after struggling a slim 1-0 loss to Costa Rica in a Group H match on Sunday. The Samurai Blue, who had shocked four-time champions Germany 2-1 on Thursday, have been on the receiving finish this time and in addition towards a group that had suffered an embarrassing 7-0 loss to Spain of their opening match. Keysher Fuller’s striker within the 81st minute separated the 2 groups on the Ahmed bin Ali Stadium. With Costa Rica securing three factors on Sunday, the group is now large open. After two rounds, Spain is in first place with 4 factors, whereas Japan is in second place with 3 factors, tied on factors with Costa Rica however separated on purpose distinction. In the meantime, 2014 champions Germany languish on the backside, with solely a solitary dot to their identify.
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Japan, coming from behind to document a historic win towards Die Mannschaft, seemed bored in a goalless first half. Nonetheless, after the break, Samurai Blue got here out with extra intention and commenced to stitch up some passes. However Los Ticos’ protection was the primary to disclaim their opponents any clear alternative. Japan loved a substantial amount of ball possession, however Costa Rica confirmed nice dedication to remain within the recreation. 9 minutes to go, full-back Fuller’s shot from the sting of the field went over the goalkeeper’s attain and into the again of the online. With this victory, Los Ticos have stored their possibilities of development alive, reaching the ultimate group recreation towards Germany on Thursday, whereas Japan’s subsequent recreation is towards Spain on the identical day.
The most effective reactions on Twitter
Twitter was buzzing as individuals went loopy over the Costa Rica group defeating Japan within the group stage match of the World Cup 2022. Let’s take a look at some tweets and memes from some followers all over the world.
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—Cristian Bonilla (@Productorcr) November 27, 2022