Japan shocks Germany: Women's World Cup Moment No. 16

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Germany was the favorite in its quarterfinal matchup with Japan at the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup. How could it not be? The Germans had won the two previous tournaments and were hosts in 2011.

Unfortunately for Germany, the favorite doesn't always come out on top. With a goal in the 104th minute of extra time, Karina Maruyama gave Japan the lead and Germany couldn't respond for the final whistle blew.

Japan advanced all the way to the final, where it beat the United States in a penalty shootout.

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