Germany reach last eight with win over Nigeria
Two-time champions Germany continued their unbeaten run at the Women's World Cup when they beat Nigeria 3-0 to qualify for the quarterfinals.
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90'+6' | Match ends, Germany 3, Nigeria 0. | |
90'+6' | Second Half ends, Germany 3, Nigeria 0. | |
90'+5' | Attempt blocked. Alice Ogebe (Nigeria) right footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. |
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