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      Why is Thomas Meunier wearing a mask for Belgium at the World Cup 2022?

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      BELGIUM are back at the World Cup and hoping to go further than the semi-finals this time. As usual, they have a squad stacked with plenty of talent from big teams all over the world.
      Thomas Meunier was seen wearing a mask in Belgium’s clash with CanadaCredit: Reuters
      And one of their players is Borussia Dortmund star Thomas Meunier.
      The defender came on in the Red Devils’ clash with Canada and was seen wearing a mask.
      Players such as Fernando Torres, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Antonio Rudiger have all worn face masks before.
      And Tottenham star Heung-min Son will also be wearing one this World Cup. So why is Meunier donning one?
      Why is Thomas Meunier wearing a mask?
      Meunier suffered a fractured cheekbone in Dortmund’s clash with Hannover 96 earlier this season.
      The right-back had to undergo surgery on the injury, which caused him to miss weeks of football.
      But Dortmund revelled surgery was a success and that Meunier would be part of Belgium’s World Cup squad.
      He started on the bench for Belgium in their clash against Canada, but came on in the second half.
      South Korea star Son will wear a mask when he steps onto the field to play Uruguay on Thursday afternoon.
      Son also suffered a fracture in his face, more specifically around the eye socket, while playing for Tottenham in the Champions League.
      Footballers often wear protective masks when they sustain face injuries.
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      Model Izabel Goulart wears dress with fiance Kevin Trapp’s number on it as German Wags cheer on their men at World Cup

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      THE model fiance of German keeper Kevin Trapp dressed in a full kit with her husband’s number for their World Cup opener on Wednesday.Hansi Flick’s men were on the receiving end of a stunning upset in Doha as Japan came from behind to beat Germany 2-1 in a thrilling clash.
      Izabel wore a replica of her partner Trapp’s kit for the gameCredit: Alamy
      She appeared to be enjoying herself in the stadiumCredit: PA
      Germany went ahead in front of their partners in Qatar but ended up losingCredit: Getty
      Trapp played no part in the game as Manuel Neuer remains Germany’s No1Credit: Getty
      Trapp and Izabel got engaged back in 2018Credit: Getty
      And it was made worse for the German players by the fact that a host of their partners were in attendance for the match.
      Trapp’s wife, model Izabel Goulart, caught the eye more than the rest as she chose to wear a full keeper’s kit.
      She even had the No12 printed on the strip – Trapp’s number for the World Cup – although she did not see her man player because Manuel Neuer remains the Germany No1.
      But she was far from the only Wag in attendance at the Khalifa International Stadium.
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      Christina Raphaella, right, was also in attendance to watch GinterCredit: Getty
      Sophia Weber supporting Havertz during the Japan clashCredit: Getty
      Laura Winter, bottom left, Ann Kathrin Goetze, top left, and Daniela Jehle, top right, all supporting their German partnersCredit: Getty
      Lina Meyer, wife of Joshua Kimmich, was also at the gameCredit: Getty
      A group of them were spotted enjoying themselves in the ground – presumably a short while before things went wrong for Germany.
      Laura Winter, girlfriend of Jonas Hofmann, Ann Kathrin Goetze, wife of Mario Gotze, and Daniela Jehle, wife of Marc-Andre ter Stegen, were all sitting together.

      Sophia Weber, the partner of Chelsea forward Havertz, was also spotted in the stands.
      And so was Christina Raphaella, the wife of Matthias Ginter, and Lina Meyer, wife of Joshua Kimmich.
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      But their attendance did little to stop Germany from being beaten in breathtaking fashion.
      And it means they now have a must-win game against Spain on Saturday evening.
      Luis Enrique’s men kicked off their campaign in stark contrast to the Germans, thrashing Costa Rica 7-0 in a one-sided mauling.
      Trapp’s wife Izabel is known for her work as a modelCredit: Getty – Contributor
      She has been engaged to the German keeper for four yearsCredit: Instagram
      Izabel will be hoping Germany can improve against Spain on SaturdayCredit: Instagram More

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      Thibaut Courtois kisses stunning fiancee in the stands after she watches Belgium keeper save penalty against Canada

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      THIBAUT COURTOIS gave stunning fiancee Mishel Gerzig a kiss in the World Cup stands this evening.That’s after watching the goalkeeper – her “king” – save a penalty in Belgium’s 1-0 win over Canada.
      Thibaut Courtois’ fiancee Mishel Gerzig was all smiles watching Belgium vs CanadaCredit: Rex
      Mishel gave Courtois a kiss at the final whistleCredit: AFP
      Mishel watched Courtois save a penalty from Alphonso DaviesCredit: Getty
      Mishel called Courtois her ‘king’ after his epic saveCredit: @mishelgerzig
      Mishel, 25, was all smiles as she took in the group stage opener on Wednesday.
      Courtois lined up between the sticks in what could be a last hurrah for Belgium’s “Golden Generation.”
      But the Real Madrid star, 30, showed no signs of slowing down as he saved a ninth-minute penalty from Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies.
      And nobody appeared to be prouder of Courtois than partner Mishel, who hailed the stopper as “my king” on Instagram.
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      Mishel and Courtois looked adoringly at each otherCredit: Getty
      Mishel loudly celebrated Belgium’s goal against CanadaCredit: @mishelgerzig
      Mishel didn’t hold back from joining in Belgium’s celebrationsCredit: @mishelgerzig
      The Spanish model was all smiles as she watched on from the stands, proudly displaying a picture of Courtois on her phone.
      She was even happier when Belgium went 1-0 up through Michy Batshuayi.
      And nobody was celebrating louder than Mishel when Courtois’ side held on to secure all three points.
      Kevin De Bruyne was kissed by wife Michele LacroixCredit: Getty
      Leander Dendoncker got a kiss from his wife Anna SteegenCredit: Reuters

      The loved-up pair got together after messaging each other on social media during lockdown.
      Courtois publicly announced their relationship last year.
      And they will soon be married after Courtois got down on one knee during a romantic getaway in June.
      Mishel looked proud as punch as she took snaps on her phoneCredit: Rex
      Courtois is sure to get a boost from Mishel’s presenceCredit: AFP
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      The pair got together in lockdown after messaging on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @mishelgerzig
      Mishel is a model from SpainCredit: Instagram / @mishelgerzig
      Mishel and Courtois got engaged in JuneCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mishelgerzig/?hl=en
      Mishel is a regular at Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu stadium, cheering Courtois on from the stands.
      Likewise, he is often seen in the front row at her lingerie fashion shows.
      And Mishel’s support is sure to boost Courtois’ efforts as he seeks World Cup glory with his country.
      Courtois has two children with Marta Dominguez – but the pair split up while he was at Chelsea.
      It was reported in 2019 that the Belgian keeper had started dating TV host Alba Carrillo.
      He also allegedly fathered a secret love child with his married neighbour during that year.
      Mishel often goes to watch Courtois at Real MadridCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mishelgerzig/?hl=en
      Courtois has been seen at Mishel’s fashion showsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mishelgerzig/?hl=en
      Mishel will be cheering Courtois on at Qatar 2022Credit: https://www.instagram.com/mishelgerzig/?hl=en More

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      Heartbroken ITV World Cup pundit says she’s ‘lost most important person’ after death of her mum forces her off air

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      HEARTBROKEN ITV World Cup pundit Nadia Nadim has paid tribute to her late mother after she was tragically knocked down and killed by a digger.The Afghan-born Danish international, 34, who is working as a pundit for ITV in Qatar, was forced to leave the studio suddenly during Wednesday’s World Cup clash between Denmark and Tunisia.
      Nadia Nadim was forced to leave the ITV studio during a gameCredit: Instagram
      She paid tribute to her mum, Hamida, right, who was killed after a digger drove into herCredit: Instagram
      Her mum was walking home when she was struck from behindCredit: Instagram
      Nadia, a former refugee, was part of the broadcaster’s coverage during the goalless draw but was no longer in the studio after the match.
      ITV confirmed she had left the studio early but didn’t give an explanation as to why she had been rushed away.
      She later revealed the reason for her absence on her Instagram, as she paid tribute to her mother Hamida Nadim, 57, describing her as “the most important person” in her life.
      Nadia and her mother were forced to flee Afghanistan when she was just 11 following three years in hiding after her Army general father was murdered by the Taliban.
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      Taking to Instagram, the former Manchester City and Paris Saint Germain forward wrote: “Tuesday morning my Mother was killed by a truck. She was on her way back from the gym.
      “Words can not describe what I’m feeling. I have lost the most important person in my life and it happened so sudden and unexpected.”
      She went on: “She was only 57. She was a warrior who had fought for every inch of her life. She didn’t give me life once but twice, and everything I/ we are is because of her.
      “I have lost my home and I know nothing’s gonna ever feel the same. Life is unfair and I don’t understand why her and why this way. I love you and I will see you again.”
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      She added: “Her funeral is gonna be soon, (more information to follow). Please come and show her the love, respect and prayers she deserves.”
      Southeast Jutland Police said that the 57-year-old was hit by a so-called wheel-digger from behind near her home in the town of Uldum, around 120 miles west of the Danish capital Copenhagen.
      The driver of the digger failed to see Hamida as she was walking alongside the road back home from the gym.
      Police report that the driver swerved to avoid an oncoming lorry on the narrow country lane, and crashed into the mum-of-five.
      “A driver had overlooked the woman, who was walking out on the side of the road,” duty manager Torben Wind told Danish publication Horsens Folkeblad.
      “An oncoming lorry came towards the driver, and it was a bit narrow, which is why the driver ended up driving into the woman.”
      Hamida had moved to the small village of Uldum in 2018 after Nadia and her sister Giti helped buy her a house as a thank-you for her support for their family.
      Tributes poured in for Hamida under Nadia’s Instagram post.
      Helle Thorning-Schmidt, the former prime minister of Denmark, wrote: “Oh Nadia. Words cannot describe how tragic this is. Thoughts for you guys. Still remember when I met your strong wonderful mum.”
      England and Manchester United player Ella Toone wrote: “Thinking of you.”
      And Netherlands and Lyon player Danielle van de Donk commented: “Sending all my love and strength.”
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      Nadia, who is among Denmark’s greatest-ever female footballers, was previously named Dane of the Year.
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      Who is Belgium vs Canada World Cup referee Janny Sikazwe, and did he blow full time early at an AFCON game?

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      ZAMBIAN referee Janny Sikazwe has a reputation as one of the best in Africa – but what he did at the Africa Cup of Nations was bizarre.Sikazwe has been appointed to officiate Belgium vs Canada at the winter World Cup in Qatar.
      Sikazwe angered the Tunisian bench with his handling of the AFCON clashCredit: Reuters
      But after becoming a worldwide story due to farcical scenes in the match between Tunisia and Mali at AFCON, all eyes will be on the Zambian to see what he does next.Who is Janny Sikazwe?
      A familiar face to fans of African football over the past decade, Sikazwe was born in Kapiri Mposhi in 1979.
      After receiving his Fifa licence in 2010, he first progressed through international youth matches before taking charge of African Cup of Nations qualifiers in 2012.
      Since then he has moved up the ranks and has a reputation for being a leniant ref who likes the game to flow.
      But controversy reigned when Sikazwe took charge of the 2016 Club World Cup Final between Real Madrid and Kashima Antlers.
      When Sergio Ramos brought down an opponent having already been booked, the Zambian reached for a second yellow card and called the Galacticos captain over.
      Averaging just over 3 cards per game, the Zambian ref is one of the most statistically lenient in RussiaCredit: AFP – Getty
      But he then put his hand back in his pocket and bizarrely chose not to send Ramos off.
      Sikazwe subsequently said the decision was down to miscommunication and as he misheard his assistant over his earpiece, thinking he had called for a card when he actually said “foul, no card”.
      He officiated two games at the 2018 World Cup – Belgium v Panama and Japan v Poland. – but was the subject of more controversy later that year.
      Sikazwe was temporarily suspended on suspicion of corruption after his handling of an African Champions League match between Esperance and Primiero Agosto.
      He gave a controversial penalty for Esperance before ruling out a goal for their opponents due to a perceived foul on the keeper.
      The suspension by CAF was imposed in November 2018 but lifted just three months later by FIFA.
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      What happened in Tunisia vs Mali?
      Security were forced to race on to the pitch to protect the referee after a series of outrageous blunders during Mali’s 1-0 win over Tunisia at the Africa Cup of Nations.
      Sikazwe endured an horrific afternoon as he gave two controversial penalties, a questionable red card and TWICE ended the game early.
      He first awarded a penalty early in the second half after Ellyes Skhiri was deemed to have blocked Boubakar Kouyate’s shot with his arm.
      Sikazwe awarded another penalty with just 15 minutes on the clock after Wahbi Khazri’s shot smacked into Moussa Djenepo’s hand.
      The ref originally missed the handball and needed VAR to bail him out.
      The match between Mali and Tunisia ended in farce after the ref blew for time earlyCredit: Sky Sports
      Incredibly, Sikazwe then blew for full time on just 85 MINUTES – before enraged Tunisia officials pointed out his simply bizarre error.
      Sikazwe then sent off sub El Bilal Toure two minutes later for a slightly late challenge which was worthy of a yellow card at worst.
      He was instructed by VAR to look at it again, but after a glance at the pitchside video screen, he stuck by his decision.
      And to make matters worse, he then called for the end of the game early AGAIN.
      The players left the field and it did for a time look like play could resume, but eventually Tunisia failed to materialise giving Mali their 1-0 win.
      What has he said about the incident?
      The Zambian referee claimed to have heard from somebody that the match
      Sikazwe said: “I reached the point where I could start hearing some noise and I thought someone was communicating with me and people were telling me ‘no you ended the match’. It was a very strange situation.
      “I was going through my head to find who told me to end the match. Maybe I was talking to myself, I don’t know. That is how bad the situation was.”
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      World Cup 2022 – Spain 7-0 Costa Rica LIVE RESULT: Gavi makes World Cup history as Spain run riot – latest

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      SPAIN absolutely dominated Costa Rica to win 7-0 in their World Cup opener.The Spanish flew out the blocks with early strikes from Dani Olmo and Marco Asensio.
      Ferran Torres then scored a double before a stunning goal from Gavi saw Spain notch five.
      Gavi’s goal saw him create history as the youngest World Cup scorer since Pele in 1958, aged 18 years and 110 days.
      Subs Carlos Soler and Alvaro Morata then hit Spain’s sixth and seventh in the comprehensive victory.

      Result: Spain 7 Costa Rica 0
      Spain XI: Unai, Azpilicueta, Rodri, Laporte, Alba, Busquets, Gavi, Pedri, Ferran, Asensio, Olmo
      Costa Rica XI: Navas, Oviedo, Calvo, Waston, Duarte, Fuller, Bennette, Tejeda, Borges, Campbell, Contreras

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      Goodnight from Al Thumama Stadium
      That’s all from us here in Doha, but it’s not the end of Wednesday’s action.
      Before we draw a line under day four of Qatar 2022, there’s the small matter of Belgium’s opening game against Canada in Group F.
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      Teen dream for Barca’s Gavi
      The second Barcelona teenager in Spain’s midfield also put in a first class performance as La Roja thrashed Costa Rica.
      At 18 years, 110 days old, Gavi became the third youngest goalscorer in World Cup history, and the youngest since a certain Pele notched in the 1958 final.

      Next up in Group E
      It’s been a record-breaking beginning to Qatar 2022 for one of Europe’s fancied outfits – Spain – but for another in Germany, it has been a horrendous opening day debacle.
      The group is back in action on Sunday, and should Japan get the better of crushed Costa Rica and Spain succeed again, then Germany would be eliminated before the final round of games.

      Japan v Costa Rica (10am)
      Spain v Germany (7pm)

      Pedri the pass master
      Nineteen-year-old Pedri was only on the pitch for 57 minutes but dictated the tempo from the off, showing himself to be instrumental to what was a dominant first half display.
      Undoubtedly rested for challenges ahead, the Barcelona teenager continues to prove himself as Spain’s latest superstar.

      Spain soar to the top
      Luis Enrique’s Spain team turned on the style with a seven-goal showing that has taken them straight to the top of Group E.
      La Roja take over first spot from Japan, who got their campaign off to a scintillating start by coming from behind to beat Germany earlier today.

      Germany 1-2 Japan
      Spain 7-0 Costa Rica

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      Costa Rica didn’t muster a single attempt this evening, but thankfully Dan King has put in more effort.
      Our man in Doha has filed his match report of Spain’s seven-goal drubbing of Los Ticos at the Al Thumama Stadium – a result that has left Germany with much to ponder in Group E.
      Costa Rica were not capable of doing a Japan and King Felipe VI was in the stands to give royal approval to the destruction of the former Spanish colony.Dan KingThe Sun

      Stats from Al Thumama Stadium
      It’s hard to know what is most impressive about Spain’s crushing of Costa Rica.
      The fact that they clocked up 17 attempts without conceding a single effort at their own goal? Or even their 82% possession?
      Or perhaps it’s their 976 completed passes that WhoScored tell us is more than Iran, Costa Rica, Saudi Arabia, Japan and Poland have managed combined at this World Cup (906).

      Full time – Spain 7-0 Costa Rica
      When Spain won the World Cup in 2010, they only scored eight goals in the whole tournament – they’ve struck seven in their opening game of Qatar 2022.
      La Roja were excellent, but take everything away from Costa Rica: they were awful and didn’t register a single shot on goal.
      Spain 7-0 Costa Rica – Campbell yellow card
      90+7. Joel Campbell picks up a booking late in injury time for a poor challenge Soler just outside of the area.
      Here’s a player desperately trying to get himself suspended for the upcoming defeats to Japan and Germany.
      Spain 7-0 Costa Rica
      90+3. As the old song almost goes: “7-0 – even Alvaro Morata scored!”
      The substitute exchanges some slick passes with Dani Olmo outside the box, and then shifts himself quickly left to belt low into the bottom left corner.
      It’s fine play, a lovely finish, but the amount of space that the Spain attackers are gifted is bordering on criminal.

      Seventh heaven for Spain!

      Spain 6-0 Costa Rica
      90+1. We’re into eight minutes of stoppage time.
      On the one hand, it seems harsh on Costa Rica. But then their performance has been so pathetic, that they deserve everything they get.
      Spain 6-0 Costa Rica
      90. Six of the best for Spain!
      Keylor Navas built a Real Madrid career on being a safe pair of hands, but he’s been anything but today.
      The Costa Rica goalkeeper fails to deal with a low cross driven in from Nico Williams on the right, and the rebound falls invitingly for Carlos Soler to lash in from 12 yards out.

      Soler power!

      Spain 5-0 Costa Rica
      88. A bizarre moment as Morata pulls out of the opportunity to challenge Navas for the ball after chasing a killer pass slipped into the area.
      I’d say that was 70-30 in favour of the Spain striker before he gave it up.
      Spain 5-0 Costa Rica
      86. Inside the final five minutes (plus inexplicable injury time). Will Spain find a sixth? They could easily if they really wanted to.
      Spain 5-0 Costa Rica
      84. It’s safe to say that Costa Rica won’t be progressing from Group E, but what must the Germans be thinking now?
      They face Spain on Sunday, and could be eliminated if they lose that one too.
      Spain 5-0 Costa Rica
      82. We were just treated to a replay of that Gavi goal. It really is an exquisite finish.
      Spain 5-0 Costa Rica
      80. Navas and then the offside flag deny Morata from getting himself on the scoresheet.
      Even in a brilliant side, the striker has the air of someone constantly haunted by bad luck.
      Spain 5-0 Costa Rica
      78. The great thing about Gavi is he is capable of the sublime – as we just witnessed – but also likes to get stuck in like a Lincoln City centre-half.
      After a melee caused by Aguilera’s hefty challenge on Laporte, the teenager is straight across to ensure he is front and centre of any squaring up.

      Spain 5-0 Costa Rica
      76. At 18 years and 110 days, Gavi is the youngest goalscorer at a World Cup since Pele in the 1958 final.
      Whatever happened to that guy?
      Spain 5-0 Costa Rica
      74. Outrageous from Gavi!
      The 18-year-old makes it five with a gorgeous finish with the outside of his right boot, one that catches Keylor Navas out to clatter in off the post.
      Alvaro Morata mights have scored seconds earlier, but found himself denied by the Costa Rica goalkeeper.
      However, the substitute kept his cool to retrieve possession, look up, and clip over a cross for the teenager arriving just inside the box.
      One sweet, smart volley later, and Spain have five!

      Teenage kicks!

      Spain 4-0 Costa Rica – Costa Rica substitution
      72. Another minute passes, another substitution is made.
      It’s Brandon Aguilera on for Celso Borges. At this stage, they may as well have sent on Christina.
      Spain 4-0 Costa Rica – Spain substitution
      70. The second half has been broken up by a flurry of substitutions – and that probably suits both teams.
      While Costa Rica avoid a complete walloping, Spain are taking the opportunity to rest legs and the latest change is an interesting one.
      Young Nico Williams is on for his fourth cap, replacing Marco Asensio.
      The winger’s brother – Inaki Williams – is also at the World Cup, repressing Ghana. Could they meet in the later stages?
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      Harry Kane TRAINS after injury scare in huge boost to England ahead of World Cup 2022 clash against USA

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      ENGLAND have received a major injury boost as captain Harry Kane trained with the rest of the squad ahead of Friday’s clash with USA.The Three Lions were left stressing on Kane’s fitness last Monday after the Tottenham superstar went to hospital for a scan on his ankle.
      England captain Harry Kane trained with the rest of the squad ahead of the clash with USACredit: Getty
      Tottenham superstar Harry Kane suffered a knock in the World Cup opener against IranCredit: Getty
      Harry Kane looks set to play for England against USA in the World CupCredit: Getty
      The star striker felt discomfort after the 6-2 win over Iran and was sent for tests by manager Gareth Southgate as a precaution.
      But the 29-year-old took part in full training with the rest of his international team-mates at Al Wakrah Stadium.

      The England captain stood out against Iran as he bagged two assists.
      But Kane was taken off after 76 minutes after being clattered while concerned fans watched from the stands.
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      The Spurs hero was spotted hobbling and had his ankle strapped in the media mixed zone after the clash.
      But Southgate insisted Kane is “fine” and revealed he took him off as a precaution.
      The England boss said: “I think Harry’s fine. It looked a bad tackle but he carried on in the game.
      “We took him off really because we felt it was a moment we could do that.
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      “It was good to be able to refresh the forward line not only to get the players on, but also to get the players on because there were some very close calls in who starts in those positions.
      “We have some fabulous talent and we had players that, if we needed them to change the game, they could do it.” More

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      ‘Unprofessional and arrogant’ – Antonio Rudiger blasted for ‘disrespecting’ Japan stars with wacky run in World Cup loss

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      ANTONIO RUDIGER has been labelled “arrogant” after producing a bizarre run during Germany’s shock loss to Japan in their World Cup opener.Hansi Flick’s men led 1-0 up until the 75th minute and were pressing for a second goal as Japanese keeper Shuichi Gonda was forced into several good saves.
      Antonio Rudiger produced a ridiculous run mocking Japan while Germany were aheadCredit: BBC
      Rudiger was ultimately left disappointed at the end of the nightCredit: Getty
      Hamann has blasted Rudiger for his wacky run during the matchCredit: Getty
      With his side ahead, Rudiger was forced to chase a ball over the top and usher it out of play.
      But he strangely decided to perform a wacky run while letting the ball run away.
      It was something which drew the eye at the time, but looked somewhat embarrassing at full-time as Rudiger’s Germany conceded twice late on.
      And the shock defeat has led former Liverpool and Germany midfielder Didi Hamann to slam Rudiger’s behaviour.
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      He said: “Rudiger lifts up his legs and do you know. You don’t belittle the opposition [like that] because it always comes back at some stage.
      “I think it was very unprofessional. I think it was out of order. Arrogant. He was having a laugh. There’s only one team having a laugh now.
      “The spirit of the game is about respecting the opposition, respecting your opponent. And he didn’t do it.
      “I’ve got no explanation or excuse for it.”
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      Hamann also took aim at Flick’s decision not to include experienced Borussia Dortmund centre-back Mats Hummels in his 26-man squad.
      He added: “I’m not saying that one player makes all the difference, but I think the fact that he didn’t take Hummels.
      “He takes Bella-Kotchap from Southampton, who’s a very good young player. He took another player from Leipzig, Klostermann, who hasn’t played for four months.
      “And it just doesn’t make sense to me. I think it shows that he wants a quiet team. But a quiet team won’t win anything and I think it showed today.”
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      Next up for Germany is a must-win game against Spain on Saturday evening.
      Luis Enrique’s side kicked off their Group E campaign with a thumping 7-0 victory over Costa Rica. More