Qatar 2022: River otter correctly predicted Japan upsetting Germany in Qatar
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Barcelona fans have resorted to social media to mock Thomas Muller after Germany crashed out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
In a topsy-turvy night of football action, Group E took shape and surprisingly saw Japan progress to the knockout phase as group winners with Spain occupying the second spot.
Germany was eliminated from the Mundial on goal difference despite recording a 4-2 victory against Costa Rica at the Al Bayt Stadium.
Muller and his German colleagues were left in tears as they exited the tournament in the group stage for the second time in succession.
Qatar 2022: River otter correctly predicted Japan upsetting Germany in Qatar
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Die Mannschaft failed to make the round of 16 stage in the 2018 world cup, and have failed to qualify again, after winning the tournament in 2014.
After the four-time champions' elimination from football's biggest showpiece, a lot of Barcelona fans have taken to Twitter to aim a dig at the Bayern Munich forward.
Muller has always played a vital role in the Bavarians' victories over the Catalan giants in recent years.
The 33-year-old, who has been a thorn in the flesh of Barcelona, has made eight appearances against the Camp Nou outfit, winning seven and losing just one game.
The football world is still reeling from shock after Germany, with all its star players, was eliminated from the World Cup in the group stage for the second consecutive tournament, Sport Brief had earlier reported.
Japan players leave dressing room spotless after shocking win over Germany, photos
FootballWith Luis Enrique's side still fumbling after Japan gabbed the equalizer, Ao Tanaka converted from close range, a goal that was immediately chalked off because the ball had gone off the pitch before Brighton and Hove Albion's sensation squared it back. Well, according to the assistant referee.
The goal proved decisive for Germany as they bowed out of the competition despite beating Costa Rica.