Kevin Akpoguma of Germany celebrates his goal. Photo / Getty Images
It proved more difficult than their opening match but Germany were no less impressive in their second game at the Under-20 World Cup.
Germany controlled their match against Uzbekistan in Christchurch tonight to confirm their passage to the second round ahead of their final group game against Honduras, who were
surprisingly beaten by Fiji today.
The Germans illustrated why they are considered favourites for the crown when they thrashed Fiji 8-1 earlier in the week and they again showcased their goal-scoring prowess tonight.
Germany dominated proceedings throughout, enjoying two-thirds of possession and preventing Uzbekistan from managing a single shot on target.
The European champions took a deserved lead on the half hour when, after Hany Mukhtar had been tripped on the edge of the box, Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Marc Stendera curled in a delightful free-kick.
