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      Germany vs North Macedonia: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for 2022 World Cup qualifier

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      GERMANY are up against North Macedonia in their final World Cup qualifier of the international break in a clash they’re expected to win. Joachim Löw’s side are so far unbeaten in their qualifying campaign and will be looking to make it three out of three later tonight.
      Germany are hoping to make it three wins from three against North MacedoniaCredit: AP
      What tine does Germany vs North Macedonia kick-off?

      Germany’s clash with North Macedonia will get underway from 7.45pm UK time TONIGHT.
      The match will take place at the MSV-Arena in Duisburg, Germany.
      There will be no fans in attendance at the game because of coronavirus restrictions.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Germany’s home clash with North Macedonia will be shown live on the Sky Sports Red Button.
      You can live stream the game from the Sky Sports app, which carries the Red Button service.
      The Sky Sports app is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Germany are expected to make a few changes for their clash with North Macedonia, having won their first two games with Iceland and Romania.
      Timo Werner should start up front, with Jamal Musiala possibly starting from the off for the first time in his international career, too.
      Toni Kroos is out with an injury, as is Niklas Sule.
      Leeds’ Ezgjan Alioski is likely to start the game, as is veteran Goran Pandev.
      Odds

      Germany – 1/16
      Draw – 17/2
      North Macedonia – 33/1

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      Northern Ireland vs Bulgaria: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for World Cup qualifying game

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      NORTHERN IRELAND are up against Bulgaria in their final World Cup qualifying game of the international break.Both sides have yet to win a game in qualifying and will be gunning to do so when they meet in Belfast tonight.
      Northern Ireland are preparing for their WC qualifier with BulgariaCredit: Pacemaker
      What time does Northern Ireland vs Bulgaria kick-off?

      Northern Ireland’s clash with Bulgaria will get underway from 7.45pm UK time TONIGHT.
      The game will take place at Windsor Park in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
      There will be no fans in attendance at the clash because of coronavirus restrictions.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Northern Ireland vs Bulgarian will be shown live on Sky Sports Football.
      You can live stream all of the action from the Sky Go and NOW TV apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      For the home side, Jamal Lewis is likely to return after suffering from a groin injury which kept him out of NI’s last game.
      Jonny Evans and Craig Cathcart are expected to retain their places at the back along with youngster Daniel Ballard.
      Kyle Lafferty could start up front for Ian Baraclough’s side.
      Bulgaria need to get back to winning ways and will go with a strong side which includes Kiril Despodov.
      Odds

      Northern Ireland – 20/23
      Draw – 2/1
      Bulgaria – 17/5

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      England U21 vs Croatia U21: Live stream, TV channel, kick off time, team news for Euro Championship clash

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      ENGLAND are facing an early exit from the Under-21 Euro Championship.Aidy Boothroyd’s side have lost both of their matches so far at the tournament. The Three Lions must now beat Croatia and hope Portugal defeat Switzerland to have any chance of progressing from Group D to the knockout rounds – which take place this summer.
      Aidy Boothroyd’s England are hanging on in the Euros
      When is England U21 vs Croatia U21?

      England U21 vs Croatia U2 takes place on Wednesday, March 31.
      The match kicks off at 5pm UK time.
      The Bonifika Stadium in Slovenia plays host.

      What live stream and TV channel is England vs Croatia on?

      What is the team news?
      England U21 squad for the Euro Championship group stage:
      Goalkeepers: Josef Bursik (Stoke City), Josh Griffiths (Cheltenham Town, loan from West Bromwich Albion), Aaron Ramsdale (Sheffield United)
      Defenders: Max Aarons (Norwich City), Ben Godfrey (Everton), Marc Guehi (Swansea City, loan from Chelsea), Lloyd Kelly (AFC Bournemouth), Ryan Sessegnon (Hoffenheim, loan from Tottenham Hotspur), Steven Sessegnon (Bristol City, loan from Fulham), Japhet Tanganga (Tottenham Hotspur), Ben Wilmot (Watford)
      Midfielders: Tom Davies (Everton), Ebere Eze (Crystal Palace), Conor Gallagher (West Bromwich Albion, loan from Chelsea), Curtis Jones (Liverpool), Dwight McNeil (Burnley), Oliver Skipp (Norwich City, loan from Tottenham Hotspur)
      Attackers: Rhian Brewster (Sheffield United), Mason Greenwood (Manchester United), Callum Hudson-Odoi (Chelsea), Noni Madueke (PSV Eindhoven), Eddie Nketiah (Arsenal), Emile Smith Rowe (Arsenal)
      What have they said?
      Aidy Boothroyd, England U21 manager: “It is still mathematically possible and we’ll fight to the end.
      “We’ve come here to play three games and we intend to. We wanted to go into the final game with it still in our hands and it’s not.” More

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      Bosnia vs France: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time, team news for World Cup 2022 qualifier

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      FRANCE face Bosnia this week as the World Cup 2022 qualifying continues.The World Cup holders beat Kazakhstan 2-0 last weekend, while Bosnia drew 0-0 with Costa Rica in a friendly.
      Anthony Martial is a major doubt for France
      When is Bosnia vs France?

      Bosnia vs France takes place on Wednesday, March 31.
      The match kicks off at 7.45pm.
      The Stadion Grbavica in Sarajevo plays host.

      What TV channel and live stream is Bosnia vs France on?

      What is the team news?
      Manchester United star Anthony Martial is a major doubt after limping off against Kazakhstan at the weekend with a knee injury.
      N’Golo Kante withdrew from the squad with a hamstring injury.
      What have they said?
      Frane coach Didier Deschamps on Paul Pogba: “He is not on top of his game, that’s for sure.
      “When he came off the bench against Ukraine, we were not having our best moment. But obviously, those 30 minutes were good for him.
      “Like every player that comes back from injury, he needs time. He was in this situation in November, he came with not a lot of minutes and played one hour against Finland which was not that good, but it didn’t stop him from having a great game against Portugal after that.
      “He is capable of playing from the start but also coming in during the game. But he needs to play minutes in order to get fit again.” More

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      England vs Poland FREE: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Three Lions World Cup qualifier

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      ENGLAND take on Poland in their final World Cup qualifying game of the international break. The Three Lions have been flawless so far, scoring a combined seven goals and conceding none in two wins over San Marino and Albania.
      England take on Poland in the final World Cup qualifier of the international breakCredit: EPA
      What time does England vs Poland kick-off?

      England’s clash with Poland will get underway from 7.45pm UK time on Wednesday, March 31.
      The game will take place at Wembley Stadium in London.
      There will be no fans in the stadium because of coronavirus restrictions.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      England’s game with Poland will be shown live on ITV 1.
      You can live stream the action from the ITV Hub, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Can I watch for FREE?

      Yes, the game is available to watch FREE on ITV1 and on the ITV Hub.

      Team news
      Luke Shaw will likely start again after his impressive display against Albania at the weekend.
      Phil Foden and Mason Mount should start, as should Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling.
      Robert Lewandowski is the big miss for aPoland as he is out with a knee injury.
      Arkadiusz Milik and Krzysztof Piatek could start up front together for the away side.
      Odds

      England – 2/9
      Draw – 9/2
      Poland – 9/1

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      Luxembourg vs Portugal: Live stream, TV channel, team news, kick-off time for TONIGHT’S World Cup qualifying clash

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      PORTUGAL are up against international minnows Luxembourg in TONIGHT’S World Cup qualifying game.Cristiano Ronaldo and co. are hoping to bounce back after their frustrating 2-2 draw with Serbia last weekend.
      Cristiano Ronaldo was left frustrated by his side’s 2-2 draw with SerbiaCredit: Reuters
      What time does Luxembourg vs Portugal kick-off?

      Portugal’s third World Cup qualifier will get underway from 7.45pm UK time on Tuesday, March 30.
      The game will be played at the Stade Josy Barthel in Luxembourg City.
      There will be no fans in attendance because of coronavirus restrictions.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Portugal’s clash with Luxembourg will be shown live on the Sky Sports Red Button.
      You can live stream the action from the Sky Sports app, which carries the Red Button service.
      The Sky Sports app is available for download onto your mobile and tablet device.

      Team news
      Luxembourg are on cloud nine after their huge win over the Republic of Ireland at the weekend and they’re expected to play a similar side.
      Brothers Olivier and Vincent Thill should start in midfield once again.
      Portugal is suspended after picking up a booking against Serbia, meaning Ruben Neves will likely come into the side.
      Ronaldo will start, likely alongside Joao Felix and Diogo Jota.
      Odds

      Luxembourg – 22/1
      Draw – 13/2
      Portugal – 1/12

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      Wales vs Czech Republic: Live stream, TV channel, team news, kick-off time for TONIGHT’S World Cup qualifier

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      WALES’ next game in the World Cup qualifiers aren’t getting any easier as they take on group leaders Czech Republic TONIGHT. Gareth Bale and co. lost their first clash of the qualifying phase 3-1 with Belgium and will be hoping to bounce back.
      Wales face a tough task in their clash with Czech RepublicCredit: Alamy
      What times does Wales vs Czech Republic kick-off?

      Wales’ clash with the Czech Republic will get underway from 7.45pm UK time on Tuesday, March 30.
      The game will take place at the Cardiff City Stadium in Wales.
      There will be no fans in attendance because of coronavirus restrictions.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      The game will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event.
      The clash is available for live streaming from the Sky Go app or the NOW TV app, both of which can be downloaded onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Joe Allen won’t play against the Czechs because of an injury which forced him off against Belgium.
      Gareth Bale is expected to take his place in Wales XI, however.
      West Ham star Tomas Soucek has scored on three occasions for his side and will definitely start the game.
      Odds

      Wales – 9/5
      Draw – 2/1
      Czech Republic – 21/20

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      Carl Frampton vs Jamel Herring FREE: Live stream, TV channel, start time UK, undercard for free-to-air world title clash

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      CARL FRAMPTON aims to become Ireland’s first three-weight world champion this coming weekend when he takes on Jamel Herring for the WBO super-featherweight title.The postponed bout was set to take place last month, but was delayed again after Belfast ace Frampton suffered a hand injury. And now there is a way to watch the re-arranged fight for FREE!
      How the fighters compare ahead of Saturday night’s big bout
      What time is Frampton vs Herring?

      Carl Frampton vs Jamel Herring takes place on Saturday, April 3.
      Expect the main event at around 10pm BST.
      Caesars Palace Dubai in Dubai plays host to the fight.

      What live stream and TV channel is Frampton vs Herring on?

      Frampton vs Herring is set to be totally FREE to air this weekend for those in the UK.
      IFL TV will be streaming the fight live on their YouTube channel.
      And in addition, the fight has also now been picked up on free-to-air TV channel Channel 5 in the UK.
      In the US, it’ll be shown on ESPN+.

      What is the undercard?

      Jamel Herring vs Carl Frampton (WBO World super-featherweight title)
      Zhankosh Turarov vs Tyrone McKenna (WBO Inter-Continental super-lightweight title)
      Donnie Nietes vs Pablo Carrillo (vacant WBO International super-flyweight title)
      Tursynbay Kulakhmet vs Heber Rondon (WBC International super-welterweight title) 
      Faizan Anwar vs Evgenii Vazem (welterweight)
      Keyshawn Davis vs Richman Ashelley (lightweight)
      Fahad Al Bloushi vs Suraj (super feather)

      Belfast’s Frampton is aiming to become Ireland’s first three-weight world champ
      What have they said?
      Frampton: “I’m 34 now. I won’t be boxing when I’m 36, I’ll tell you that.
      “I know there isn’t too long left, and I will get out at the right time. But I still have a few fights left in me.”
      “I think my kids Carla and Rossa are looking forward to me retiring.
      “And [wife] Christine, hopefully, too. I am not sure. Me being around the house all the time might not be brilliant.”
      Herring: “I do take one fight at a time but if I beat Carl then there are mega fights out there for me at super-featherweight and, who knows, I may move up to lightweight.
      “A unification fight at super-featherweight would be very big and another world title at lightweight would be great as well.
      “Beating Carl would mean a lot, it would be a big statement. I respect Carl a lot, he has done a tremendous job in his career and as a fan I love watching him. Beating him would take me to new heights.” More