Germany beats France in shootout, reaches Junior World Cup semis

• Germany defeated France 3-1 in a shoot-out to reach the FIH Men’s Junior World Cup semi-finals.
• The quarter-final match ended in a 2-2 draw after regulation time.
• German goalkeeper Jasper Ditzer was instrumental in their victory.
• Seven-time champions Germany are defending their title.
• Spain also advanced to the semi-finals, beating New Zealand 4-3.

Why It Matters: Defending champions Germany advanced, keeping their title hopes alive.