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.
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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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.
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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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.
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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BELGIUM will be expected to collect three points in their Group F clash against Morocco – but it could prove to be tricky.The Moroccan’s comfortably topped their World Cup qualifying group by winning EVERY single match.
Morocco ran riot in their World Cup qualifying group stagesCredit: Rex
Eden Hazard inspired Belgium to a 3-1 win over England in the third place play-offCredit: AP:Associated Press
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.
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.

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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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REIGNING World champions France are scheduled to take on Denmark in the standout tie of Group D.Les Bleus famously fought hard to beat Croatia in a action packed final four years ago.
France beat Croatia 4-2 in the 2018 World Cup finalCredit: EPA
Christian Eriksen marked his return with a brilliant strike against SerbiaCredit: 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.
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.

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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.

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POLAND have Saudi Arabia lined up for their second Group C clash – and they’ll be hoping Robert Lewandowski can deliver the goods.Lewandowski, 34, could be representing his country at the World Cup for the last time.
Robert Lewandowski could be playing at his last World Cup for PolandCredit: Getty
Saudi Arabia finished top of their group in the World Cup qualifiersCredit: AFP
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.
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.

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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.

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REIGNING Copa America champions Argentina are scheduled for a mouth-watering clash with Mexico 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.
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