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Japan vs Croatia: TV channel, kick-off time, stream FREE, team news and prediction for World Cup last-16 tie


JAPAN’S route to earning a World Cup last-16 tie with Croatia has been full of drama to say the least – and not many predicted they would get this far.

The Asian giants found themselves in a tough group with Germany and Spain, but they immediately stunned the world by beating the Germans 2-1 on their opening day.

Japan beat Germany and Spain to book their spot in the World Cup last-16Credit: Rex

However, Japan were quickly brought back to reality by Costa Rica four days later courtesy of a late Keysher Fuller strike.

But with the help of a very controversial VAR call, the Japanese stars managed to slay the Spaniards which ultimately helped them secure a last-16 place.

And now, Hajime Moriyasu’s men come up against a Croatian side who were forced to fend off Belgium’s golden generation to get here.

When is Japan vs Croatia?

  • Japan’s huge World Cup match against Croatia will take place on Monday, December 5.
  • It is scheduled to get underway from 3pm UK time.
  • Al Janoub Stadium is the designated venue for this clash and it can host approximately 44,325 supporters.
  • Nothing could separate the sides when they met at the 2006 edition of the World Cup as it ended 0-0.

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What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

  • Japan vs Croatia will be shown live BBC One in the UK.
  • Coverage is set to commence from 2:30pm UK time – 30 minutes before kick-off.
  • Viewers also have the option to stream the game live via the BBC iPlayer app or through the BBC Sport website.

Can I watch it for free?

YES! Fans in the UK can watch Japan’s mouth-watering match against Croatia for FREE as long as you have a valid TV license.

What are the odds?

After 90 mins:

  • Japan 11/4
  • Draw 21/10
  • Croatia 21/20

To qualify:

  • Japan 31/20
  • Croatia 1/2

Odds courtesy of Betfair are correct at time of publication


Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk


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