Match Analysis - Germany vs Japan

Germany made their most touches(973), in the middle third with 435 touches made, little in the defensive third, and attacking third with 242 and 258 touches made respectively.

Japan made a total of 468 touches. They made the most touches in the defensive half making 99 touches in the penalty area and 241 touches in the defensive third. They made 138 touches in the middle third, but they were kept busy in the defensive area defending against attacks from Germany.

Germany attempted 26 shots, nine of which were on target. The Japanese defence was active, blocking six shots to keep the score at one. Germany had a penalty kick after 33 minutes, and Ilkay Gundogan made no mistake in scoring from the spot. They created five big chances to score, but they were wasteful and missed four of the chances. According to the heat map, they took 16 shots from inside the box and 10 from outside.

Japan, compared to Germany, had 12 shots taken, with four of them being on target. Germany’s defence was also busy as they blocked four shots. Japan created three big chances, of which it converted two. Goals from Ritsu Doan in the 75th minute and Takuma Asano in the 83rd minute gave Japan a two-goal advantage. Both were introduced from the bench. The Japan goalkeeper had to make eight saves to keep the scoreline slender. Compared to Germany’s keeper, who had to make only two saves,

Germany got their first shock of the World Cup. Next, they face Spain, which swept Costa Rica by a 7-0 margin. Germany needs to recover from its defeat and be prepared for an even stronger opponent. Japan, after their victory, will be confident facing Costa Rica, who are reeling from the defeat suffered at the hands of Spain. It will be a thrilling encounter between Germany and Soain.