Germany end 2022 World Cup race despite beating Costa Rica 4:2 in the final group E round of matches.
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After picking just a point in the first two matches, Germany desperately needed a big win to go through to the knockout stage but the match between Japan and Spain decided their fate.
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The referee blew the final whistle at 90 +11 minutes after a ball Possession of 31% to 69% in favour of the Germans.
Germany finished third on the group table with 4 points and a goal. Japan led with 6 points, followed by Spain who had 4 points and 6 goals.