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Irish Mirror
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Robert Hynes

New Japan goal angle emerges after controversial decision knocks Germany out of World Cup

A new angle has emerged of Japan's controversial goal that led to Germany being eliminated from the World Cup.

Japan took the lead against Spain moments after equalising at the Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar.

What turned out to be the winner was initially ruled out as the ball was deemed to have gone out of play. However, after a lengthy VAR check, officials gave the goal.

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