Match previews

GRAB your popcorn football lovers as Spain are scheduled to take on Germany in the standout tie of Group E.And both European giants are on a mission to right their wrongs from what happened at the 2018 Russia World Cup.
Spain were kicked out of the 2018 World Cup by the hosts RussiaCredit: Getty – Contributor
Germany failed to make it out of the group stages in 2018Credit: Getty – Contributor
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.

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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.

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RUSSIA World Cup finalist Croatia will be entertaining Canada in the second round of Group F fixtures.The Croatian’s are aware of what it takes to go deep into football’s biggest cup competition as they made it to the final in 2018.
France beat Croatia in the 2018 World Cup finalCredit: Getty – Contributor
Canada’s convincing 4-0 win over Jamaica sealed their first World Cup spot in 36 yearsCredit: Reuters
And head coach Zlatko Dalic will be hoping that his side can go one better this time as France outfoxed them to the trophy.
But first, Vatreni have to navigate their way past a Canadian side who pipped North American giants Mexico to the top spot in their qualifying group.
However, this is Les Rouges’ first World Cup campaign since 1986 where they failed to secure a single point in the group stages.
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What time does Croatia vs Canada kick off?

Croatia’s Group F encounter with Canada takes place on Sunday, November 27.
It is scheduled to kick off at 4pm UK time – 6pm local time.
Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar is the allocated arena for this fixture and it can host approximately 45,416 fans.
History will be made as this is set to be the first ever match between these two sides.

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

Croatia vs Canada 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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GROUP E’s second round of World Cup fixtures involve a mouth-watering encounter between Japan and Costa Rica in Ar-Rayyan.The Japanese are no strangers to football’s biggest cup competition as they have qualified for the last seven consecutive tournaments.
Japan’s celebrations were wild after securing a Qatar 2022 World Cup spotCredit: AFP
Heung-min Son’s late free-kick forced Costa Rica to share the spoils with JapanCredit: Reuters
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.

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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.

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FRANCE can qualify for the knockout round of the World Cup with a win over Denmark in the group stages.But the reigning world champions cannot seem to stop getting players injured, with Lucas Herndandez the latest victim of their injury hex.
Lucas Hernandez has handed Didier Deschamps another injury headache after rupturing his cruciate ligamentCredit: Getty
The French then continued their dominance on the international stage by securing a Nations League triumph in 2021.
But they now come up against a determined Denmark side who had a very impressive Euro 2020 despite the tragedy of Christian Eriksen collapsing on the pitch.
And the Danes are no strangers to grinding out a win against France as it something they have already achieved within the last calendar year.
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What time does France vs Denmark kick off?

France’s mouth-watering clash with Denmark will take place on Saturday, November 26.
It is scheduled to kick off at 4pm UK time – 6pm local time.
Stadium 974 in Doha, Qatar is the designated venue for this fixture and it can host approximately 40,000 supporters.
Andreas Cornelius’ double was enough to see the Danes pull off a shock victory over France when the sides last met in June.

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

France vs Denmark 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.
Radio listeners can hear the match LIVE on talkSPORT for FREE.

Can I watch France vs Denmark for FREE?
Yes you can! France’s huge match against Denmark 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?
France win 3/4
Draw 13/5
Denmark 4/1
Odds are courtesy of Betfair and correct as of November 25. More

POLAND take on Saudi Arabia in their second World Cup group stage clash.Lewandowski, 34, could be representing his country at the World Cup for the last time.
Poland striker Robert Lewandowski could be playing in his last World CupCredit: Rex
And having got life at Barcelona off to a sensational start, the Polish captain will be hoping he can guide his side deep into football’s biggest cup competition.
But navigating through the early stages won’t be easy as Copa America champions Argentina and North American giants Mexico make up the rest of Group C.
Also, Saudi Arabia are no pushovers as they finished top of their World Cup qualifying charts.
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What time does Poland vs Saudi Arabia kick off?

Poland go toe-to-toe with Saudi Arabia on Saturday, November 26.
It is scheduled to kick off at 1pm UK time – 3pm local time.
Education City Stadium in Doha, Qatar is the allocated arena for this Group C tie and it can host approximately 45,350 fans.
Saudi Arabia have lost four out of four fixtures against Poland and three of them came in 1994.

What TV channel is Poland vs Saudi Arabia on and can it be live streamed?

Poland vs Saudi Arabia 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.

Can I watch Poland vs Saudi Arabia for FREE?
Yes, Poland’s Group C tie with Saudi Arabia 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?
Poland victory 6/5
Draw 13/5
Saudi Arabia 4/1
Odds are courtesy of Betfair and correct as of November 25. More

ENGLAND face the United States in the World Cup – and it is set to be a massive match for both sides.The Three Lions head into the game in stunning form after thrashing Iran 6-2 in their opener in Doha.
Jude Bellingham was in sublime form for England in their opener against IranCredit: Getty
Timothy Weah was superb for the US against WalesCredit: Getty
But now they’ll have to switch their focus on USA, who drew 1-1 with Wales on Monday night.
England were emphatic in their win over Iran, with Bukayo Saka grabbing two goals after 19-year-old Jude Bellingham opened the scoring.
USA started their clash with Wales much the better side, with Timothy Weah opening the scoring in the first half.
But Gareth Bale’s penalty pegged them back.
And now their game against England proves to be an absolutely vital one.
The two teams played each other in South Africa 12 years ago – and following Emile Heskey’s opener, the US equalised through Clint Dempsey, no little thanks to Robert Green’s howler in goal.

When is England vs USA?

England’s big clash with USA will get underway from 7pm UK time on Friday, November 25 – TOMORROW.
The game will be played at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar.
The stadium can hold up to 60,000 fans and was opened last year, specifically for the World Cup.
Wales face Iran in Group B’s other game on Friday at 10am.

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

England vs USA will be shown live on ITV1 in the UK.
You can live stream the action from the ITV Hub, 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.
Radio listeners can hear the commentary of England vs USA FREE Live on talkSPORT.

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Team news
Harry Kane has had a scan on his ankle after a knock he picked up in the win over Iran.
The scan is said to have gone well, and Kane emerged for training with the rest of his team-mates on Wednesday.
Kyle Walker could return to the side after missing the first game because of his thigh problem.
But James Maddison is set to miss out again, with Callum Wilson also a slight doubt after missing training following the Iran game.
The US have no known injury issues at present.
What are the odds?
England win 11/20
Draw 16/5
USA victory 5/1
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PORTUGAL face Ghana in their first clash at the World Cup as Cristiano Ronaldo sets out to win football’s most coveted prize.Ronaldo won Euro 2016 as Portugal captain but he’s still looking for major success in the World Cup.
Cristiano Ronaldo is still looking to win his very first World CupCredit: Getty
Ghana qualified for the 2022 World Cup with a win over NigeriaCredit: AP
They were knocked out of the 2018 tournament in Russia at the round of 16 stage, losing 2-1 to Uruguay.
And with time running out for Ronaldo on the international stage, this is likely his last chance to win it all.
Ghana will also be looking to put a showing in similar to their 2010 heroics, when they reached the quarter-finals.
But they couldn’t be up against a tougher task in their first group game against Ronaldo and Co.

When is Portugal vs Ghana?

Portugal’s clash with Ghana will take place on Thursday, November 24.
The game will kick off from 4pm UK time.
Portugal vs Ghana will be held at Stadium 947 in Qatar’s capital Doha.
The two sides have played each other once before – at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and the game finished 2-1 to Portugal.

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

Portugal vs Ghana will be shown live on ITV 1 in the UK.
You can live stream the action from the ITV Hub, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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SWITZERLAND open up their 2022 Qatar World Cup campaign against African giants Cameroon.The Swiss scraped through the 2018 group stages finishing runners up to five-time champions Brazil.
Granit Xhaka was unable to guide the Swiss through the last 16 in the 2018 World CupCredit: Getty – Contributor
Cameroon’s last World Cup game was a 3-1 defeat to Brazil in 2014Credit: AP:Associated Press
Only to be sent home by Swedish attacker Emil Forsberg’s 66th minute deflected effort in the round of 16.
But Granit Xhaka and co will be determined to not let lightning doesn’t strike twice despite them being paired in the same group with Brazil once again.
However, their first encounter against serial AFCON winners Cameroon could be a tough one as they’ll be hungry to make up for not being involved in the Russian World Cup edition.

What time does Switzerland vs Cameroon kick off?

Switzerland’s opening clash with Cameroon will take place on Thursday, November 24.
It is scheduled to kick off at 10am UK time – 12pm local time.
Al Wakrah Sports Complex in Al Wakrah, Qatar is the allocated arena for this fixture and it can host around 40,000 spectators.
This will be the first time these two countries encounter each other competitively.

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

Switzerland vs Cameroon 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 onto your mobile or proffered tablet device.

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Yes! Switzerland’s first 2022 World Cup clash against Cameroon is available to watch for FREE in the UK so long as you have a valid TV license. More