Spain will try to win the group, and Japan will be out to spring another upset Thursday when the teams meet in a Group E finale at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Doha, Qatar. Spain lead the group, one point ahead of Japan and Costa Rica and three ahead of Germany, so it is wide open entering the final day.
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Spain can seal a spot with a draw, but Japan would be in danger of missing out if they draw and Germany beat Costa Rica, so all four teams will aim for victory to assure a spot. Spain looked like a major threat to contend for another World Cup title to go with their 2010 championship when they mauled Costa Rica 7-0 in their opener. Then they misfired in a 1-1 draw with Germany. Japan pulled off a surprising 2-1 victory against Germany to start their campaign but were humbled by a 1-0 loss to Costa Rica on Sunday.
Kickoff at Khalifa International Stadium is set for 2 p.m. ET. Spain are -225 favorites (risk $225 to win $100) in Caesars Sportsbook’s latest Japan vs. Spain odds, with Japan priced as +625 underdogs. A draw is +330, and the over/under for total match goals is 2.5.
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