Spain leads Japan: Live updates from Group E World Cup match

The 2022 FIFA World Cup continues Thursday on FOX with all eyes on Group E, as Japan (1-0-1) takes on Spain (1-1-0) at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar — and we’ve got you covered with all the action!

Meanwhile, on FS1, Costa Rica (1-0-1) will face Germany (0-1-1) in the tournament’s final Group E match.

Here are the top plays!

Japan vs. Spain

Setting the stage

Spain is aiming to extend its unbeaten run at the World Cup to eight games. 

Japan is looking to bounce back after falling to Costa Rica on Sunday in its second group-stage match.

8′: What could have been

Japan was this close to getting on the board first, but Junya Ito‘s early attempt missed just to the right.

12′: Goal!

Minutes later, Álvaro Morata‘s header put Spain on top early, 1-0.

Stay tuned for updates!

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