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      World Cup 2022 results: Rundown of entire Qatar tournament including groups and knock-outs plus final

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      FOOTBALL’S biggest tournament is sadly coming to an end with the World Cup final participants officially pencilled in for Sunday.Reigning champions France will be determined to be the first nation in 60 years to retain their title.
      France have the chance to retain their World Cup trophyCredit: Rex
      Argentina sealed their World Cup final spot with a 3-0 hammering on CroatiaCredit: Rex
      But Les Bleus have the tall order of Argentina to get by after their convincing 3-0 victory over Croatia.
      Furthermore, the Argentinians have a little magician named Lionel who is Messi desperate to bow out of international football with a World Cup winners medal.
      Find out how the tournament unravelled below…
      World Cup full RESULTS
      Below is the entire results list from the group stages, right through to the knock-outs.
      Group stage
      Sunday, November 20

      Monday, November 21

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      Tuesday, November 22

      Wednesday, November 23

      Thursday, November 24

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      Friday, November 25

      Saturday, November 26

      Sunday, November 27

      Monday, November 28

      Tuesday, November 29

      Wednesday, November 30

      Thursday, December 1

      Friday, December 2

      Last 16
      Saturday, December 3

      Sunday, December 4

      Monday, December 5

      Tuesday, December 6

      Quarter-finals
      Friday, December 9

      Saturday, December 10

      Semi-finals
      Tuesday, December 13

      Wednesday, December 14

      Saturday, December 17

      Final
      Sunday, December 18
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      When is Croatia vs Morocco? TV channel, live stream and kick-off time for World Cup third place play-off match

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      CROATIA and Morocco are set to battle in the one match which all teams participating in the World Cup hope to avoid – the third place play-off.Luca Modric and Co were the first team slip into the play-off having fell victim to a remarkable Argentina side inspired by Lionel Messi.
      Luka Modric failed to guide his nation to another World Cup finalCredit: Getty
      Morocco were beaten by reigning champions France in the semi-finalCredit: Getty
      And they were joined by a history making Moroccan side 24 hours later who lost their mouth-watering semi-final against France.
      England were comfortably beaten by Belgium in the 2018 third place play-off edition.
      But the 2022 World Cup final warm-up event is expected to be a tighter affair and SunSport has all the information needed.

      When is Croatia vs Morocco?

      The World Cup third place play-off between Croatia and Morocco is taking place on Saturday, December 17.
      It is expected to get underway from 3pm UK time
      Khalifa International Stadium in Doha is the allocated arena for this huge fixture and it can host approximately 45,000 spectators.
      Belgium beat England 2-0 in the 2018 third place play-off contest.

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

      Croatia’s encounter against Morocco will be shown LIVE on 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 entire action through the BBC iPlayer app or BBC Sport website.

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      Can the third place play-off match be watched for free?
      YES! The third place play-off encounter can be watched for FREE as long as you hold a valid TV license in the UK. More

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      When is Argentina vs France – World Cup final 2022? TV channel, live stream, kick-off time for HUGE showpiece final

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      CANCEL your Sunday afternoon plans football lovers as Argentina are set to take on France in a mouth-watering World Cup final clash – and it’s not to be missed!Croatia fell victim to a Lionel Messi masterclass in Tuesday’s dominant semi-final encounter.
      Lionel Messi can seal his international career with a World Cup triumphCredit: Getty
      France have booked their spot in the World Cup finalCredit: AFP
      The Argentinian legend opened up the scoring with a expertly-taken penalty, and went on a mesmerising run before setting up Julian Alvarez for their third on the night.
      But things will certainly be tougher for the little magician as he will be taking on a French side that managed to stop high-flying Morocco in their semi-final.
      Messi has created a thrilling final chapter to his international career and the magician will arguably go down as the greatest footballer EVER should he replicate what Diego Maradona did in 1986.
      However, a win for Les Bleus would see them become the first nation in 60 years to achieve successive World Cup triumphs.
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      When is Argentina vs France?

      Argentina’s eye-catching World Cup final contest against France will take place on Sunday, December 18.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 3pm UK time.
      Lusail Iconic Stadium in Qatar is the allocated arena for this mammoth final fixture and it can host a whopping 88,966 spectators.
      Kylian Mbappe’s second-half double sent Argentina crashing out of the World Cup when the sides last met in 2018.

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

      The World Cup final between Argentina and France will be shown LIVE on both BBC One and ITV 1.
      Coverage on BBC One is set to commence from 2pm UK time while ITV 1 get their show on the road from 1:30pm UK time.
      Viewers can also head to BBC iPlayer or ITV X if they prefer to stream the action online via tablet and mobile devices.

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      Can I watch the World Cup final for free?
      YES! The mouth-watering World Cup final in Qatar can be watched for FREE on both channels as long as you hold a valid TV license in the UK. More

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      Who is Kylian Mbappe’s rumoured girlfriend, Rose Bertram?

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE is quickly making his name as one of the best footballers in world football.The 23-year-old will be determined to help France retain their World Cup title from 2018.
      Kylian Mbappe is looking to win consecutive World Cup’s with FranceCredit: Getty
      Mbappe is no stranger to the spotlight and neither is his alleged new girlfriend, Rose Bertram.
      But just who is the model? We have all the details on Mbappe’s rumoured girlfriend.
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      Who is Rose Bertram?
      Bertram is 27-years-old and is thought to have met Mbappe after his foray into the fashion industry, living in Paris.
      Born in Belgium, Rose is the child of a Belgian father and her mother is from Cape Verde.
      Rose joined a modelling agency at the age of 13 and has since participated in adverts for world renowned companies such as L’Oreal and H&M.
      Rose Bertram is a famous Belgian modelCredit: Getty
      She now has over 800,000 followers on Instagram, one of them being her alleged new boyfriend Mbappe.
      However, the French star is not the first PSG player that she has dated.

      Who else did Rose Bertram date?
      She was previously with Gregory Van der Wiel, having met him when she was 17.
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      The couple lived in Paris together between 2012 and 2016, when Van der Wiel was playing for PSG.
      Mbappe never crossed paths with the Dutch defender, joining the club a year after he left, but he is now with Ven der Wiel’s ex-girlfriend and model, if reports are to be believed. More

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      Will Karim Benzema be allowed to play in World Cup final for France?

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      KARIM BENZEMA topped a fine season by winning the Ballon d’Or.But the Real Madrid striker was then struck by injury after being named in France’s squad for the World Cup.
      Karim Benzema back in training with Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Though Benzema is now back training with Real, with pictures emerging from their Valdebebas base.
      So would he be allowed to play in the World Cup final now France have beaten Morocco to make it?
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      Would Karim Benzema be allowed to play at the World Cup final?
      Karim Benzema COULD play for France if they reach the World Cup final – as he was never officially replaced in the squad.
      The Real star had been ruled out by French boss Didier Deschamps, but is back training with his club team.
      Marca report he has returned on time and has in fact been training without issue since last Saturday.
      Karim Benzema is training with Real MadridCredit: Getty
      And this means he could make a return to the fold if needed because he was never replaced in the French team.

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      The strong form of Olivier Giroud means such a return is unlikely, however, with the AC Milan star’s goals so far proving vital for his nation in Qatar.
      Benzema missed out on 2018 World Cup glory due to his ongoing issue with compatriot Mathieu Valbuena, which kept him out of the national set-up until 2021.
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      Who is former Premier League star Fitzroy Simpson?

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      FITZROY SIMPSON is one of Jamaica’s most influential footballers to grace the field – but he has recently been involved in a horrific incident.The ex-Premier League star’s home was targeted by a gunman who fired at the property before fleeing the scene.
      Fitzroy Simpson represented Jamaica at the World Cup in 1998Credit: PA:Empics Sport
      But as of Wednesday, December 14, police reports state that no weapon was found at the crime.
      Fitzroy has had a career full of drama and you can read more on him below…
      Who is Fitzroy Simpson?
      Born in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire on February 26, 1970, Fitzroy Simpson set his heart on being a footballer from a young age.
      Simpson joined Swindon Town in 1987 before signing his first professional contract only a year later.
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      However, Simpson had a debut match to forget as the midfielder was sent off for punching an opponent.
      In the 1992/1993 season, Simpson made the big Premier League switch to Manchester City for £500,000, but the Jamaican struggled to get many first team appearances so he tried his luck elsewhere at Portsmouth.
      This is where Simpson’s career really took off as he would then go on to earn 43 caps for Jamaica, scoring three goals and representing the Reggae Boyz in all three group stage matches at the 1998 World Cup.
      He also was named captain in his first ever international match for Jamaica.
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      But age began to creep up on Simpson and after short spells in Northern Ireland and at lower league teams, the midfield maestro decided to hang up his boots in 2008.
      What has been said about the shooting incident?
      A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: “Police were called to an address in Stratton shortly after 8.15pm yesterday evening (13/12) following reports of what was believed to be a firearm being discharged in the area.
      “Firearms officers attended and extensive area searches and house to house enquiries were conducted.
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      Would Karim Benzema be allowed to play at the World Cup final for France?

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      KARIM BENZEMA topped a fine season by winning the Ballon d’Or.But the Real Madrid striker was then struck by injury after being named in France’s squad for the World Cup.
      Karim Benzema back in training with Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Though Benzema is now back training with Real, with pictures emerging from their Valdebebas base.
      So would he be allowed to play in the World Cup final should France beat Morocco and make it?
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      Would Karim Benzema be allowed to play at the World Cup final?
      Karim Benzema COULD play for France if they reach the World Cup final – as he was never officially replaced in the squad.
      The Real star had been ruled out by French boss Didier Deschamps, but is back training with his club team.
      Marca report he has returned on time and has in fact been training without issue since last Saturday.
      Karim Benzema is training with Real MadridCredit: Getty
      And this means he could make a return to the fold if needed because he was never replaced in the French team.

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      The strong form of Olivier Giroud means such a return is unlikely, however, with the AC Milan star’s goals so far proving vital for his nation in Qatar.
      Benzema missed out on 2018 World Cup glory due to his ongoing issue with compatriot Mathieu Valbuena, which kept him out of the national set-up until 2021.
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      Why isn’t N’Golo Kante playing for France against Morocco in the 2022 World Cup?

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      FRANCE are in the World Cup semi-finals tonight against Morocco – but they must do so without N’Golo Kante. Didier Deschamps released his 26-man squad list before the tournament with the Chelsea midfielder not featuring.
      N’Golo Kante in action for FranceCredit: Getty
      Kante was an integral piece of the Les Blues 2018 World Cup winning side with the then 27-year-old playing every minute for the national side.
      Now four years on, the rise of young talents such as Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni has provided Kante with heightened competition for a place in the midfield.
      And he is not in action for France as they face Morocco in the semi-finals.

      Why isn’t N’Golo Kante playing for France at the World Cup?
      The absence of the midfielder will be a huge blow for France, who face Denmark this week, as well as for Chelsea as shown by their poor defensive record as of late.
      The Blues number six has been sidelined for four months due to a hamstring injury suffered during a 2-2 draw with Tottenham in August.
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      The injury has meant Kante will miss the opportunity to help France to become only the third side to retain the World Cup.
      Providing all goes will with the 31-year-olds recovery, it looks likely we will see him return to action soon after the season proceeds. More