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      FA Cup 3rd round draw: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, ball numbers CONFIRMED

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      ONE of the biggest nights of any football fan’s calendar is here – the FA Cup third round draw!Premier League giants go into the hat for the third round draw as the huge ties will be drawn.
      Liverpool are the FA Cup holdersCredit: Reuters
      Liverpool are the current holders, having beaten Chelsea 6-5 on penalties last term.
      And Anfield will play host to the draw.
      All eyes will now be on the draw as 64 teams go into the hat.
      The matches then take place across the weekend of January 7, 2023.
      When is FA Cup third round draw?
      The FA Cup third round draw takes place on Monday, November 28.
      The draw will then happen between 7pm and 7.30pm.
      Anfield is the venue for the big one.
      The huge draw takes place from Anfield
      What live stream and TV channel is the draw on?
      You can live stream the FA Cup third round draw on the official Emirates FA Cup Twitter, Instagram and Facebook accounts
      It will also be broadcast live on BBC One.
      What are the ball numbers?
      1. AFC Bournemouth2. Arsenal3. Aston Villa4. Birmingham City5. Blackburn Rovers6. Blackpool7. Brentford8. Brighton & Hove Albion9. Bristol City10. Burnley11. Cardiff City12. Chelsea13. Coventry City14. Crystal Palace15. Everton16. Fulham17. Huddersfield Town18. Hull City19. Leeds United20. Leicester City21. Liverpool22. Luton Town23. Manchester City24. Manchester United25. Middlesbrough26. Millwall27. Newcastle United28. Norwich City29. Nottingham Forest30. Preston North End31. Queens Park Rangers32. Reading33. Rotherham United34. Sheffield United35. Southampton36. Stoke City37. Sunderland38. Swansea City39. Tottenham Hotspur40. Watford41. West Bromwich Albion42. West Ham United43. Wigan Athletic44. Wolverhampton Wanderers45. Cambridge United or Grimsby Town46. Wrexham or Farnborough47. Accrington Stanley or Barnet48. Ebbsfleet United or Fleetwood Town49. Ipswich Town or Buxton50. Barnsley or Crewe Alexandra51. Forest Green Rovers or Alvechurch52. Portsmouth or Milton Keynes Dons53. Shrewsbury Town or Peterborough United54. Hartlepool United or Harrogate Town55. King’s Lynn Town or Stevenage56. Charlton Athletic or Stockport County57. Bristol Rovers or Boreham Wood58. Dagenham & Redbridge or Gillingham59. Oxford United or Exeter City60. Sheffield Wednesday or Mansfield Town61. AFC Wimbledon or Chesterfield62. Burton Albion or Chippenham Town63. Walsall or Carlisle United64. Newport County or Derby County
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      Who is Belgium vs Morocco referee Cesar Arturo Ramos at World Cup 2022?

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      MEXICO’S referee for the 2022 World Cup is Cesar Arturo Ramos, who is making his second trip to the world’s biggest tournament.And he will have a big game on his hands as he takes charge of Belgium vs Morocco in the group stages.
      Ramos is taking charge at his second World Cup, after officiating at the 2018 tournamentCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Who is Cesar Arturo Ramos?
      Born in Culiacan in 1983 Ramos began his career Ascenso MX – Mexico’s second tier – where he spent five years from 2006 and eventually progressed up to the Liga MX.
      His performances in Mexico’s top division saw him promoted to Fifa-listed status in 2014 and since Ramos has taken charge of a number of high-profile games.
      The Mexican was in the middle for the 2017 Club World Cup Final between Real Madrid and Gremio, whilst he was also named CONCACAF Referee of the Year.
      Has he officiated at the World Cup before?
      Ramos refereed at the World Cup in Russia in 2018, which was his debut.
      He refereed four qualifiers and has big-game experience, having taken charge of key matches in the under-20 World Cup in 2017.
      Ramos was in charge of Denmark’s clash with Tunisia in the 2022 World Cup.
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      Belgium vs Morocco: TV channel, stream FREE, kick-off time and team news for 2022 World Cup Group F clash

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      BELGIUM can qualify for the knockout stages of the World Cup if they overcome Morocco in their second group game.Morocco drew 0-0 with Croatia in their first group match, while Belgium squeaked past a Canadian side who were unlucky not to score.
      Michy Batshuayi scored the only goal against Canada against the run of playCredit: AP
      The Moroccans comfortably topped their World Cup qualifying group by winning EVERY single match.
      And they officially sealed their spot by pummelling DR Congo 5-2 on aggregate in the CAF third round.
      However, the Red Devils’ hunger to make it further than the third place play-off this time could spur them on to collect all three points.
      But Morocco came out on top the last time these sides met way back in 2008.
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      What time does Belgium vs Morocco kick off?

      Belgium’s Group F clash with Morocco takes place on Sunday, November 27.
      It is scheduled to kick-off at 1pm UK time – 3pm local time.
      Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar is the allocated arena for this encounter and it can host approximately 40,000 fans.
      Morocco embarrassed Belgium by four goals to one when the two teams last played.

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

      Belgium vs Morocco will be broadcasted LIVE on BBC One in the UK.
      Viewers also have the option to stream the entire action live via the BBC Sport website or BBC iPlayer app.
      BBC iPlayer is available to download on your preferred choice of mobile phone or tablet device.

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      Can I watch Belgium vs Morocco for FREE?
      Yes. The Group F encounter between Belgium and Morocco is available to watch for FREE so long as you have a valid TV license.
      What are the odds?
      Belgium win EVENS
      Draw 12/5
      Morocco victory 3/1 More

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      Who is Japan vs Costa Rica referee Michael Oliver?

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      PREMIER LEAGUE referee Michael Oliver has been chosen as one of England’s representatives at the 2022 World Cup.A familiar face to English football fans, Oliver is one of 18 officials appointed by the Uefa Referees’ Committee and will take part in his first major international tournament.
      Michael Oliver was in charge of Sheffield United’s controversial game against Aston Villa when the Blades clearly had a goal not given that was over the lineCredit: AFP
      It will cap off a long but productive season for the 36-year-old, who officiated in every matchday of the top flight season and took charge of May’s FA Cup final as Leicester beat Chelsea.
      Who is Michael Oliver?
      Born in Ashington, Northumberland, Oliver began refereeing at the age of 14 after being introduced to it by his father.
      By 2007 he became the youngest referee to officiate at Wembley stadium when he whistled the Conference National play-off final.
      Oliver continued to break records becoming the youngest ever Football League referee and youngest Premier League fourth official.
      Michael Oliver awarded a controversial penalty to Real Madrid against Juventus in 2018 and sent off Gianluigi BuffonCredit: REUTERS
      Michael Oliver took charge of Blackburn’s game with Birmingham in 2010 when he was just 25 years oldCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      In 2010, Oliver became the youngest ever Prem referee at the age of 25 years and 182 days old when he officiated Birmingham City’s game with Blackburn Rovers.
      He was selected for Champions League duty in 2016 where he took charge of three group stage games.
      Oliver was caught up in controversy in April 2018 when he refereed to Champions League quarter final second leg between Real Madrid and Juventus.
      In injury time and with the aggregate score level at 3-3, Oliver awarded Real Madrid a controversial penalty and, in the melee, sent off Juventus Goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon.
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      In the aftermath, police investigated threatening messages sent to Oliver’s wife after her phone number was leaked on social media.
      Buffon was rapped for his explosive post-match interview.
      The Italian legend clearly let himself down when he said: “The team gave their all, but a human being cannot destroy dreams like that at the end of an extraordinary comeback on a dubious situation.
      “The referee has a trashcan where his heart should be.
      “On top of that, if you don’t have the character to walk on a pitch like this in a stadium like this, you can sit in the stands with your wife, your kids, drinking your Sprite and eating crisps.”
      What games is he taking charge of at Euro 2020?
      Oliver refereed multiple games in the group stages of the tournament.
      He will also referee Switzerland’s quarter-final clash with Spain.
      Is Michael Oliver allowed to take charge of England games at Euro 2020?
      No.
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      Japan vs Costa Rica: TV channel, stream FREE, team news and kick-off time for 2022 World Cup Group E match

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      JAPAN have pulled off one of the most stunning results in World Cup history and face a Costa Rica side who have suffered one of the worst defeats.The Samurai Blue beat Germany 2-1 in the first round of group matches, but Keylor Navas and Co were humiliated 7-0 by Spain.
      Japan stunned 2014 world champions Germany as they scored a 2-1 win over the four-time winnersCredit: Getty
      The Japanese are no strangers to football’s biggest cup competition as they have qualified for the last seven consecutive tournaments.
      But sealing their spot for Qatar may have been the most difficult yet as two last-gasp goals from substitute Kaoru Mitoma in Australia got the job done.
      And now, Hajime Moriyasu’s men face a tough task of collecting three points from Costa Rica who have experience of winning on this ground before.
      However, Los Ticos suffered heartbreak against the last East Asian opponent they came up against courtesy of a wonder strike from Tottenham Hotspur ace Son Heung-min.
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      What time does Japan vs Costa Rica kick off?

      Japan are scheduled to encounter Costa Rica on Sunday, November 27.
      It is expected to kick off at 10am UK time – 12pm local time.
      Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Ar-Rayyan, Qatar is the designated venue for this match and it can host up to 44,760 fans.
      Costa Rica have failed to beat Japan on all five occasions these two sides have met each other.

      What TV channel is Japan vs Costa Rica on and can it be live streamed?

      Japan vs Costa Rica will be broadcasted LIVE on ITV in the UK.
      Viewers also have the option to stream the entire action live via the ITV website or ITV hub.
      ITV hub is available to download on your preferred mobile phone or tablet device.

      Can I watch Japan vs Costa Rica for FREE?
      Yes. Japan’s Group E fixture against Costa Rica is available to watch for FREE in the UK so long as you have a valid TV license.
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      What are the odds?
      Japan win 4/9
      Draw 17/5
      Costa Rica win 15/2
      Odds courtesy of Betfair correct as of November 26. More

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      Who is Argentina vs Mexico World Cup 2022 referee Daniele Orsato and what controversies has he been involved in?

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      REFEREE Daniele Orsato has been called up for the World Cup, to referee some of the world’s biggest games, including the opener.The Italian official will preside over the group match between Argentina and Mexico.
      Italian Daniele Orsato is one of the world’s most respected and experienced refereesCredit: Getty
      Has he officiated at a World Cup or Euros before?
      The Italian made his first World Cup appearance in 2018 and also officiated at Euro 2020.
      Orsato had before officiated a series of international friendlies and World Cup qualifying fixtures, including the first leg of the World Cup play-off between Honduras and Australia.
      He’s also been a senior referee in Serie A since 2010.
      What has he done so far?
      Orsato made his Serie C debut in 2002, moving to the premier Serie A division for the 2006-07 season. He has gone on to make nearly 200 appearances in the division.
      Since 2012, the Italian has been involved in Champions League fixtures. Orsato went on to referee the 2020 Champions League final between PSG and Bayern Munich before reffing the 2021/22 semi-final second leg between Real Madrid and Chelsea.
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      Has he used VAR before?
      Orsato reversed a decision in a Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Juventus after using VAR to view the incident. The Italian correctly decided to send off Inter’s Matias Vecino instead of sticking with the yellow card he had already given.
      But in the same game he controversially refused to use VAR after failing to give Miralem Pjanic a card for a high tackle on Rafinha, with the Bosnian already on a yellow.
      The decision would prove crucial as Juve went on to secure a late 3-2 win.
      VAR has been used in Italian’s Serie A since the start of the 2017/18 season. Orsato is a regular official in the league.
      He also refereed the controversial Champions League tie between Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain in 2019.
      Orsato awarded a penalty to United in the 94th minute via VAR after a handball by Presnel Kimpembe and Marcus Rashford scored it to send United through.
      Which Euro 2020 games did he referee?
      Daniele Orsato made his Euro 2020 bow in England’s 1-0 win over Croatia.
      And following that game he refereed Spain vs Poland, awarding a penalty to the Spaniards after a VAR review.
      He later officiated Ukraine’s win over Sweden in the last 16 of the tournament.
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      World Cup 2022 – Argentina vs Mexico: Stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time as Messi and Co aim to bounce back TODAY

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      REIGNING Copa America champions Argentina are scheduled for a mouth-watering clash with Mexico TODAY in their second Group C game.The South American giants finally ended their 28-year wait to lift the prestigious trophy in the summer of 2021 at the expense of Brazil.
      Argentina finally secured another Copa America trophyCredit: Reuters
      Mexico qualified for the World Cup for a 15th consecutive timeCredit: AFP
      And Argentina followed that up with a comfortable 3-0 win in the CONMEEBOL-UEFA Cup of Champions final over Italy.
      However, Lionel Messi and co will be eager to land the World Cup – a trophy which has eluded them since 1986.
      But first, the Argentines will have to navigate their way past Mexico who haven’t failed to qualify for the knock-out rounds in over 44 years.
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      What time does Argentina vs Mexico kick off?

      Argentina’s intriguing encounter against Mexico will take place on Saturday, November 26.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 7pm UK time – 9pm local time.
      Lusail Iconic Stadium in Lusali, Qatar is the allocated arena for this match and it can hold a staggering 80,000 spectators.
      Mexico have failed to score in their last three games against Argentina with the last match in 2019 ending 4-0.

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

      Argentina vs Mexico will be broadcasted LIVE on ITV in the UK.
      Viewers also have the option to stream the entire action live via the ITV website or ITV hub.
      The ITV hub is available to download on your mobile phone or preferred tablet device.

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      Can I watch Argentina vs Mexico for FREE?
      Yes, Argentina’s Group C clash against Mexico is available to watch for FREE in the UK so long as you have a valid TV license. More

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      Who is France vs Denmark nreferee Szymon Marciniak and how many World Cups has the Pole officiated at?

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      REFEREE Szymon Marciniak will also be looking to represent his country in an exemplary fashion at the World Cup.The Pole is one of the most experienced and respected in world football and takes charge of France’s group game against Denmark.
      Credit: Bongarts – Getty
      Marciniak has taken charge of Man City, Liverpool and Spurs games in the Champions League
      Who is Szymon Marciniak?
      Born in Plock, Marciniak had an odd path into refereeing.
      Starting out as a player, he was so incensed at being sent off in one match that he told the referee in a foul-mouthed tirade that he was the worst he’d ever seen.
      And the official replied: “If you think you can do better – you try it!”
      So he did.
      Marciniak rose through the amateur ranks to make his Ekstraklasa debut in 2009.
      He become a Fifa-listed referee in 2011, which made him eligible for selection at Europa League, Champions League and internationals.
      After taking charge of the Under-21 Euro 2015 final, he made his major championship bow the following summer in France.
      There Marciniak reffed Spain vs Czech Republic, Iceland vs Austria in the group stage, as well as Germany vs Slovakia in the knockout phase.
      Russia will be the Pole’s first experience of a World CupCredit: Reuters
      A ref less than a decade, the Polish whistler has established a reputation as card happyCredit: EPA
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      Has he officiated at the World Cup before?
      This will be the Pole’s second experience of a World Cup, after getting his cards out at Russia 2018.
      He has Euro 2016 experience under his belt – but took charge of Liverpool, Manchester City and Spurs games in this season’s Champions League.
      At World Cup 2018 he reffed Argentina vs Iceland and Germany vs Sweden.
      He also took charge of the Uefa Super Cup match between Real and Atletico Madrid in 2018.
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