Japan stun Spain to top Group E
Japan scored a controversial winner as they staged another extraordinary World Cup comeback to top Group E ahead of Spain and reach the last 16.
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Late leveller earns Germany vital draw against Spain
Niclas Fullkrug gave Germany a precious point against Spain as they fight for World Cup survival. Alvaro Morata had put Spain ahead but Germany fought back to remain in contention to reach the last 16 although it is out of their hands heading into the final round of group matches.
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Sensational Spain put seven past Costa Rica
Former champions Spain got their World Cup off to a pulsating start with a record 7-0 win over a shell-shocked Costa Rica, with an early Dani Olmo strike taking his country past the 100 goal mark in soccer’s showpiece event The European giants sought to make their mark in Group E with an unrelenting pursuit of goals against a Costa Rican side that posed no threat, taking the points with ease thanks to Olmo, Gavi, Marco Asensio, Carlos Soler, Alvaro Morata and a brace from Ferran Torres.
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Qatar 2022: Group E Preview
The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is almost here and Group E is the Group of Death. It features two former champions in the form of Spain and Germany and two sides out to cause an upset in the shape of Costa Rica and Japan. Here’s your guide to Group E.
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Italy see off Spain on penalties to reach Euro 2020 Final
Italy booked their place in the final of Euro 2020 defeating Spain 4-2 on penalties at Wembley. Jorginho held his nerve from the spot after a tense but thrilling game. Federico Chiesa put Italy ahead after an hour but a goal from Alvaro Morata ten minutes from the end forced extra-time.
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