The German national team performed well in the last match of group E of the 2022 World Cup Qatar against Costa Rica. Although they were 1-2 behind in the 70th minute, Hansi Flick's team were able to turn things around in the remaining minutes until the final score was 4-2 for Germany's victory.
However, that victory did not make the German players happy. This is because another group E match at Khalifa International Stadium, Japan was surprisingly able to overthrow Spain with a score of 2-1. Ao Tanaka's Japanese winning goal took advantage of Mitoma's▁umpan in a ball position that looked out of line.
However, from the examination of several video points of view, the referee stated that the goal was valid. There are many camera angles on the field that monitor the movement of the ball. There is also a censorship on the ball that makes it easier for the referee to get a picture of the final situation.
The problem of the ball that looks like it's out of line is just a few pictures that are not detailed. If it is taken from the top angle, then there is a ball arch that is still above the line of the field," explained FIFA as reported by GiveMeSport.
Ao Tanaka's controversial goal killed Germany's hopes of continuing to compete in Qatar's 2022 World Cup. Twitter activists call this goal Der Panzer's karma against England at the 2010 World Cup.
The referee did not approve Frank Lampard's goal from outside the penalty box, even though the ball had clearly crossed the goal line which England finally eliminated in the last 16 of the 2010 World Cup.
Indeed, at the 2010 World Cup, FIFA has not implemented video camera technology, VAR (Video Assistant Referee). Thus, the referee's decision was only based on eye vision on the field.
Germany's 2022 World Cup results were only in third place in Group E, losing the goal difference to Spain which was in second place.
"This is incredibly bitter for us because our results are sufficient. We are helpless," said German striker Thomas Muller after the match.
Blasphemous floods
Germany has failed to get past the group stage twice in a row. At the 2018 World Cup in Russia, Germany's steps were stopped by another East Asian team, South Korea. Germany lost 0-2 to Tampun Warriors in the final match of Group F.
German mass media criticized Germany's performance for the last 10 years. Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung considers German football to be at its lowest point. Germany's first defeat at Qatar's 2022 World Cup seemed to be perfect.
The players can only protest against FIFA rules with photos of keeping their mouths shut before the first game starts. However, after the final whistle sounded, they went off the pitch with their heads down, losing their first game against Japan.
"Germany can make statements, but they have to take risks," said columnist Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung.
Germany's Tabloid, Bild, on Thursday (1/12) night also gave the title the title with the expression of disappointment, "How embarrassing! We came out!"
The world of football was shaking in front of us. We are praised as a tournament team. Now, Germany is just a football dwarf," Bild wrote.
Change for Euro 2024
Hansi Flick did not deny that his team's game at Qatar's 2022 World Cup was still far below standard. It was seen when they lost their first Group E match against Japan. Likewise, against Spain.
"We could have won against Spain if we played a little more efficiently," Flick told FotMob.
Then, despite winning against Costa Rica, still, Flick thinks his team's game is still below average.
Flick's fate as a German coach has yet to be confirmed. His contract expires in 2024. If the German Football Association retains him, Flick will prove when Germany hosts Euro 2024. He is ready to make big changes.
Given the Euros, it's hard to talk about it now, but we need change. We will do it soon. We can wake up quickly and recover," he added.
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