The Germans kick off their World Cup 2022 Group E campaign against Japan on Wednesday at the Khalifa International Stadium. Germany vs Japan (GER vs JPN) will be an interesting matchup as Germany was knocked out of the group stage four years ago, while their Asian side was on the verge of stunning Belgium in the last 16 before being knocked out.
Germany – The curse of the defending champions was well and truly alive for Germany at the 2018 World Cup, as the team formerly led by Joachim Low saw their 2014 title defence end at the first hurdle before falling to England in the recent European Championships in the last 16. Hansi Flick joined the national team on a new adventure. As a result, this German team, led by a new coach, is expected to perform well at this year’s World Cup. Even though Japan appears to be the weaker side on paper, Germany will not take them lightly because Japan’s neighbour, South Korea, knocked Germany out in 2018.
Japan – Takashi Inui’s wonder strike to put Japan 2-0 up against Belgium appeared to seal an unlikely path into the last eight of the 2018 World Cup for the Samurai Blue, who eventually succumbed to three Red Devils strikes to end their hopes of a first-ever quarter-final appearance. In their six World Cups since 1998, Japan has a habit of exiting the group stage before reaching the last 16. With the Germans being the stronger team on paper, Japan will be all geared up to take on them.
GER vs JPN: Match Details
| Match | Germany vs Japan |
| Date | 23rd November 2022 |
| Time | 6:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Khalifa International Stadium, Doha, Qatar |
GER vs JPN: Broadcast Details
The match will be broadcast LIVE on Sports 18 and Sports 18 HD Channels in India. Those who want to watch the match online can do so via the Jio Cinema app.
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GER vs JPN: Head-to-Head stats
Germany and Japan have never faced each other in any competition, this will be their 1st time playing against each other.
Dream 11 Top Picks and Player Stats
Joshua Kimmich and Jamal Musiala: An experienced Kimmich and a hot prospect Musiala will be the anchor of the German midfield. These 2 players are expected to control most of the game and can create game-changing moments.
Takumi Minamino: The former Liverpool midfielder failed to establish himself in the Premier League. But when it comes to national duty, Minamino is the one player that Japan looks up to. His scoring ability for his national side will be proven vital in this upcoming fixture.
GER vs JPN: Dream 11 Fantasy Team
Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer
Defenders: Niklas Sule, Antonio Rudiger, Maya Yoshida, Yuto Nagamoto
Midfielders: Joshua Kimmich, Jamal Musiala, Serge Gnabry, Takumi Minamino, Daichi Kamada
Forwards: Thomas Muller
Dream 11 Captain & Vice-Captain Choice For The Match
Captain: Thomas Muller
Vice-Captain: Joshua Kimmich
GER vs JPN: Predicted Line-Up
Germany possible starting line-up: Manuel Neuer; Thilo Kehrer, Niklas Sule, Antonio Rudiger, David Raum; Joshua Kimmich, Serge Gnabry; Jamal Musiala, Thomas Muller, Leroy Sane; Kai Havertz
Japan possible starting line-up: Eiji Kawashima; Hiroki Sakai, Maya Yoshida, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Yuto Nagatomo; Gaku Shibasaki, Hidemasa Morita; Junya Ito, Daichi Kamada, Takefusa Kubo; Takumi Minamino
GER vs JPN: Team News
Germany:
Injury: None
Doubtful: Leroy Sane
Unavailable: None
Japan:
Injury: None
Doubtful: None
Unavailable: None
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