The defeat to Japan left Germany figure Thomas Müller very upset in the first half

“In terms of sensations, we had a good match in many stages, but the effectiveness was not up to par. It’s ridiculous to walk away with a defeat.”

“Clearly we have ourselves to blame for the lack of effectiveness. We have to work on that and keep being positive,” he said.

The goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, captain of the ‘Mannschaft’, He believed that they did not defend themselves well and were not calm.

“This is a big disappointment,” said the goalkeeper, as the team led 1-0 and Japan suddenly turned them around to win 2-1.

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