Alvaro Morata‘s goal in the 11th minute wasn’t enough for Spain to secure the first place in the group E as Japan, who has won the game 2-1, finish ahead of them.
However, even a win was not enough for the Bundesteam to qualify for the round of 16 due to the giant goal difference with La Roja.
Thus, with two Madrid players in the squad, Spain continue their journey at the tournament. They will face Morocco on Tuesday, December 6.
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Luka Modric‘s team finished second as the Moroccans surprisingly topped the group.
Thibaut Courtois and Eden Hazard‘s Belgium ended in third, with just one win in 3 outings. The so-called ‘Golden generation’ era has come to an end with the 2018 World Cup bronze remaining their best achievement.
It is not yet clear, who are the Croats to face in the round of 16 as neither of Spain, Japan, Costa Rica and Germany are guaranteed a spot there.