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      Belgium vs Morocco – World Cup Group F: How they’re doing, injuries, prediction as Red Devils look to book last 16 spot

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      BELGIUM look to secure their place in the Round of 16 when they come up against Morocco.The Red Devils’ golden generation looks nearing it’s end, with them underperforming in the recent major tournaments.

      How Belgium lined up against Canada
      Despite a lacklustre performance, Belgium were able to come up with a win in their last outing against Canada.
      Roberto Martinez’s side will look to capitalise further on their three points as he hopes to secure a place in the knockout rounds with dreams of bringing home Belgium’s first major trophy.
      In their way stands a Morocco side who also failed to impress in their opener with Croatia.
      SunSport takes looks ahead to the match, giving our scoreline prediction.
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      How are they getting on?
      Belgium: The European outfit came through their opening game with Canada unscathed yet looked poor whilst doing so.
      Thibaut Courtois’ early penalty save allowed Michy Batshuayi’s strike before half time be the decider.
      Read full Belgium vs Morocco match report…
      Morocco: Walid Regragui’s men managed to hold the 2018 runners up to a goalless draw.
      The tight defensive block of the African nation proved hard to break down but their lack of final product up top resulted in a stalemate at the final whistle.
      Read full Morocco vs Croatia match report…

      How Morocco lined up against Croatia
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      Any injuries to worry about?
      Belgium: All-time top scorer Romelu Lukaku could feature after missing out against Canada due to a thigh injury suffered at the end of October.
      However the Inter Milan striker could face competition from fellow striker Batshuayi after netting in the previous game.
      Morocco: Star man Achraf Hakimi could miss out due to suffering a thigh injury against Croatia.
      Regragui’s problems worsen as potential replacement for Hakimi, Noussair Mazraoui was stretchered off in their opener due to a hip injury.
      Who will be the star men?
      Belgium: Man of the match winner in their previous game, Kevin De Bruyne, will be the man most likely to create something for Belgium.
      Although he was critical of his performance against Canada, his passing ability could hold the key to unlocking the defence of Morocco.
      Morocco: With their star man Hakimi set to miss out on the match, Moroccan eyes will be on Hakim Ziyech for a moment of magic.
      The Atlas Lions will also look to Youssef En-Nesyri to nick a goal and a potential upset.
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      What’s the head to head?
      The national sides have come head to head on three occasions, with Belgium having the bragging rights by winning twice.
      It was Morocco who finished on top in the last outing between the teams however, as the African nation was on the right side of a 4-1 victory back in 2008.
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      Belgium 2 Morocco 0 More

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      Argentina 2-0 Mexico – World Cup 2022 LIVE RESULT: Fernandez adds second after Messi’s magical strike – reaction

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      LIONEL MESSI rescued Argentina with a magical strike as they beat Mexico 2-0 to remain in the World Cup.The Argentinians knew they would have been OUT of the World Cup if they lost.
      But Messi stepped up with a sublime long-range effort to fire his side ahead, before Enzo Fernandez scored the second.
      They know still need to get a result against Poland next week to advance to the last-16.

      Result: Argentina 2-0 Mexico
      Argentina XI: E. Martinez, Montiel, Otamendi, Li. Martinez, Acuna, De Paul, Rodriguez, Di Maria, Messi, Mac Allister, Lautaro
      Mexico XI: Ochoa, Montes, Araujo, Moreno, K. Alvarez, Herrera, Guardado, Chavez, Gallardo, Lozano, Vega

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      That’s all from Qatar
      Argentina have picked up a major 2-0 win over Mexico at the Lusail Stadium to exorcise their shock World Cup loss to Saudi Arabia.
      And it was the Albiceleste’s star captain Lionel Messi who led the Copa America winners to this incredibly important victory that puts them back in the picture for the World Cup’s Last 16.
      Messi opened the scoring with a scintillating shot on 64 minutes from the edge of the box that ended up in Guillermo Ochoa’s bottom left corner.
      Enzo Fernandez sealed the win with a stunner of his own after 87 minutes as his curling shot from the left hit Ochoa’s top left corner.
      That’s all from us at SunSport in Qatar, have a great night!
      Credit: Getty
      Messi makes history
      And Lionel Messi has also made history after scoring and providing the assist for Enzo Fernandez’s goal against Mexico.
      Messi is now both the youngest (18y 357d) and the oldest (35y 155d) player to both score and assist in a single World Cup game.
      That is since the start of the 1966 tournament when Opta started gathering stats.
      And if the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner plays and scores against Poland he will surpass Diego Maradona for most World Cup goals and appearances
      Credit: Getty
      Messi reaches another milestone
      Argentina captain Lionel Messi has added another accolade to his amazing 18-year-career.
      Messi reached another major milestone after scoring against Mexico in his sixth straight appearance.
      The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner has now netted as many World Cup goals as the legendary Diego Maradona (8).
      Only Gabriel Batistuta (10) has hit the target more times than both of his fellow legends
      Credit: Getty
      Messi stands out
      Lionel Messi led Argentina to an extremely important win over Mexico at the Lusail Stadium.
      And Messi was absolutely critical for the Copa America winners as the below graphs show.
      And surely the Paris Saint-Germain superstar will be very important in the knockout stages if the Albiceleste make it out of the group.
      More below:

      Updated Group C
      Argentina have climbed off the bottom of the table and are second in Group C.
      The Copa America winners are just one point behind Poland, who drew with Mexico and beat Saudi Arabia earlier today.
      The Mexicans are now last with only one point, while Saudi Arabia are third with three.
      More below:

      Argentina vs Mexico stats
      Argentina dominated 58 per cent of possession throughout the encounter.
      The Albiceleste registered a total of five shots, two of which were on target.
      Mexico, on the other hand, produced four shots but only one of them was on target.
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      FT: Argentina 2-0 Mexico
      Argentina have bounced back with a major 2-0 win over Mexico at the Lusail Stadium.
      And it was their star captain Lionel Messi who led the Albiceleste to this incredibly important victory that puts them back in the picture for the World Cup’s Last 16.
      Messi opened the scoring with a stunning shot on 64 minutes from the edge of the box that ended up in Guillermo Ochoa’s bottom left corner.
      Enzo Fernandez sealed the win with a screamer of his own after 87 minutes as his curling shot from the left hit Ochoa’s top left corner
      Credit: AP
      FT: Argentina 2-0 Mexico
      Peep!
      That’s full-time in Qatar!!!
      90+3 Argentina 2-0 Mexico
      Mexico have practically given up, thinking about the next game with Saudi Arabia.
      The Argentine fans have put together a party in the stands
      90 Argentina 2-0 Mexico
      Just six more minutes of added time to go.
      It;s int he bag for Argentina, who have officially set Group C on fire!!!
      87 Argentina 2-0 Mexico
      Argentina have sealed it and they have done it in style!
      Fernandez picks the ball down the right and delivers a wonderful curling shot that hits Ochoa’s top left corner!
      What a finish!!!
      Credit: Getty
      87 Argentina 2-0 Mexico
      Goal!
      Fernandez seals the win for Argentina!!!

      85 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Five more minutes to go and Mexico are seriously running out of ideas.
      Now it’s El Tri that find themselves in Argentina’s shoes before Messi’s goals
      83 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      We’ve mentioned how Mexico haven’t created any chances ever since Messi’s goal.
      But the same goes for Argentina, if they go through they will have to show something better in the knockout stage
      80 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Just 10 more minutes to go until full-time and Argentina look comfortable.
      Mexico are not making any case of equalising any time soon…
      78 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Mexico haven’t had a significant chance in goal throughout the entire match.
      Vega’s shot in the first half was too weak, Martinez’s save was more spectacular than the delivery
      75 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Now the show is on the other foot!
      Mexico are the ones who are unable to create any dangers!
      Argentina are now back to being compact, there’s the Messi effect for ya
      73 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Substitution
      Another switch by Mexico manager Martino as Alvarado replaces Lozano
      72 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Messi has revived Argentina’s hopes of qualifying to the Last 16 with a stunning shot.
      And all that on the match that sees him equal the legendary Maradona on most World Cup appearances!
      And how much he’s loving this…
      Credit: Getty
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      70 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Chance!
      Argentina create some more danger as Molina tries a shot from the edge of the box and just misses the target
      69 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Substitution
      And a double substitution from Argentina boss Scaloni as Romero and Palacios come on for Di Maria and Mac Allister respectively
      66 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Substitution
      Another switch from Mexico boss Martino as Wolves star Jimenez replaces Alvarez
      66 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Yellow card
      Another booking for Mexico as Herrera is hooked for a foul on Acuna
      65 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      Substitution
      Mexico boss Martino responds to Argentina’s opener with a change as Antuna replaces Vega
      64 Argentina 1-0 Mexico
      We told you, it only takes one moment of brilliance for Messi to turn this game around!
      The Argentina captain delivers a brilliant long-range shot from the edge of the box and hits Ochoa’s bottom left corner!
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      Spain vs Germany: TV channel, stream FREE, kick-off time and team news for HUGE 2022 World Cup Group E clash

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      THE stand-out group game of the 2022 World Cup is here – as 2010 champions Spain get set to take on 2014 winners Germany.La Roja can KNOCK OUT the Germans with victory in this second game, with Die Mannschaft still reeling from a stunning 2-1 defeat to Japan in the opening game.
      Gavi celebrates scoring against Costa Rica in a dominant performance from the SpaniardsCredit: AP
      Spain were in sublime form as they stuck SEVEN goals past Costa Rica.
      Both European giants are on a mission to right their wrongs from what happened at the 2018 Russia World Cup.
      A penalty shoot-out saw Spain go crashing out of the competition at the hands of the hosts despite being in control for most of the tie.
      However, Germany’s bags were packed even earlier as they failed to make it out of the group stages by finishing rock bottom.
      But the personnel has changed on both sides since then which includes the managers.
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      What time does Spain vs Germany kick off?

      Spain’s mouth-watering fixture against Germany takes place on Sunday, November 27.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 7pm UK time – 9pm local time.
      Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar is the allocated arena for this encounter and it can host approximately 60,000 fans.
      Germany got annihilated 6-0 when the European giants last met in a Nations League game back in 2020.

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

      Spain vs Germany 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.

      Can I watch Spain vs Germany for FREE?
      Good news, you can! Spain vs Germany 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?
      Spain win 13/10
      Draw 13/5
      Germany victory 19/10 More

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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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      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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      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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      World Cup 2022 – Tunisia vs Australia: Stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time for Group D clash

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      TUNISIA are set to take on Australia in their second 2022 Qatar World Cup encounter.The Eagles of Carthage landed a spot in football’s biggest cup competition by scraping past African rivals Mali over two legs.
      Jackson Irvine was on the losing team as the Aussies were thrashedCredit: Getty
      And they’ll be determined to at least go one step further than their 2018 campaign which saw them finish third behind Belgium and England in Group G.
      However, the Aussie’s fourth place group finish during the Russian World Cup edition could spur them on in the same manor as Tunisia.
      But the Socceroos haven’t managed to secure a World Cup knock-out spot since 2006.
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      What time does Tunisia vs Australia kick off?

      Tunisia will be taking on Australia in the second set of Group D fixtures on Saturday, November 26.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 10am UK time – 12pm local time.
      Al Janoub Stadium in Al Wakrah, Qatar is the allocated arena for this encounter and it can host a capacity of 40,000 fans.
      The Tunisian’s came out on top when the sides last met way back in a 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup clash.

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

      Tunisia vs Australia 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.
      The BBC iPlayer app is available to download on your mobile phone or preferred tablet device.

      Can I watch Tunisia vs Australia for FREE?
      Yes! Tunisia’s Group D clash against Australia can be watched for FREE in the UK so long as you have a valid TV license.
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      What are the odds?
      Tunisia win 6/5
      Draw 9/4
      Australia victory 13/5 More

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      World Cup 2022 – England vs Wales: Date, stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for final Group B match-up

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      ENGLAND’s third and final Group B game at this year’s World Cup is against rivals Wales. After losing 2-0 to Iran, the Welsh need a miracle to qualify for the last 16, but the Dragons CAN still mathematically get out of Group B.
      Gareth Bale and Wales need a minor miracle to qualify from Group B in the World CupCredit: Rex
      Daniel Sturridge scored the winner for England against Wales at Euro 2016Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      The two sides haven’t played each other in a major tournament since Euro 2016, when England overcame their opponents 2-1 in the group stages.
      England were knocked out of that tournament before Wales were but since then, the Three Lions have enjoyed somewhat of a renaissance.
      They reached the semi-finals of the World Cup in 2018 before going a step further to play in the final against Italy in a losing effort at Euro 2020.
      This time, they’ll be looking to go a step further by winning their first World Cup since 1966.
      Wales reached the semi-finals of Euro 2016, despite that loss to England, but have failed to progress further at the two tournaments since, so the Dragons will looking to cause an upset.
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      When is England vs Wales?

      England’s clash with Wales will get underway from 7pm UK time on Tuesday, November 29.
      The game will be played at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar.
      The stadium opened in 2003 and can hold up to 50,000 spectators.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      England vs Wales will be shown live on BBC One in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      The game is FREE to watch, so long as you have a TV licence.

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      Who is in England’s 26-man squad?

      Goalkeepers: Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal), Nick Pope (Newcastle)
      Defenders: Kieran Trippier (Newcastle), Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool), Kyle Walker (Man City), Benjamin White (Arsenal), Harry Maguire (Man Utd), John Stones (Man City), Eric Dier (Tottenham), Conor Coady (Everton, on loan from Wolves), Luke Shaw (Man Utd)
      Midfielders: Declan Rice (West Ham), Jude Bellingham (Borussia Dortmund), Kalvin Phillips (Man City), Jordan Henderson (Liverpool), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Mason Mount (Chelsea)
      Forwards: Harry Kane (Tottenham), Callum Wilson (Newcastle), Marcus Rashford (Man Utd), Raheem Sterling (Chelsea), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Phil Foden (Man City), Jack Grealish (Man City), James Maddison (Leicester City) More