Match previews

URUGUAY begin their 2022 Qatar World Cup journey with a tough test against Asian giants South Korea.La Celeste were unfortunate to come up against the eventual winners France at the 2018 World Cup quarter-finals stage.
Luis Suarez failed to guide Uruguay past 2018 World Cup winners FranceCredit: EPA
Son Heung-min’s 2018 strike against Germany wasn’t enough to send South Korea throughCredit: AFP or licensors
Goals from Raphael Varane and Antoine Griezmann was enough to send the Urguyan’s home early following a hard fought campaign.
However, Diego Alonso will be hoping that the French defeat can give his side that fire in their belly this time round – especially all-time top goal scorer Luis Suarez whose club future is up in the air.
But first, Uruguay have to navigate Son Heung-min and co who are determined to make it out of the group stages for the first time since 2010.
What time does Uruguay vs South Korea kick off?

Uruguay are all set to take go up against South Korea on Thursday, November 24.
It is scheduled to kick off at 1pm UK time – 3pm local time.
Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar is the designated arena for this encounter and it can host around 45,350 fans.
South Korea scraped a 2-1 win when the sides last met in an 2018 friendly but haven’t won any of the other seven games before that.

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What TV channel is Uruguay vs South Korea on and can it be live streamed?

Uruguay vs South Korea 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 onto your mobile or preferred tablet device.

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Can I watch Uruguay vs South Korea for FREE?
Yes! Uruguay’s opening World Cup clash with South Korea is available to watch for FREE in the UK so long as you have a valid TV license. More

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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Can I watch Switzerland vs Cameroon for FREE?
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BRAZIL will be looking to become six-time world champions as they take on Serbia in their opening game at Qatar 2022. The Brazilians haven’t won a World Cup since their historic fifth tournament victory in South Korea and Japan in 2002.
Brazil will be one of the favourites to triumph in QatarCredit: AFP
Mitrovic scored the winner vs Portugal to send Serbia to the World CupCredit: Reuters
Neymar has carried the hopes of a nation on his shoulders since his rise to prominence in 2013.
And in 2014, Brazil had the chance to win their home tournament but were unceremoniously thrashed 7-1 by Germany in the semi-final.
In Russia four years ago, they were beaten 2-1 in the quarter-finals by Belgium.
Serbia will be looking to cause an upset, however, and they’ve got in-form Fulham striker Alekdandr Mitrovic in their ranks and hoping to cause havoc.
When is Brazil vs Serbia?

Brazil’s clash with Serbia will take place on Thursday, November 24.
The game will kick off at 7pm UK time.
Brazil vs Serbia will be held at the Lusail Iconic Stadium in Lusail.
The last time the two sides played was in the 2018 World Cup in the group stages, incidentally, and Brazil won 2-0.

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

Brazil vs Serbia 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.

Can I watch for FREE?
Yes, the game is available to watch for FREE in the UK, so long as you have a TV licence. More

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.

Can I watch for FREE?
Yes, the game is available to watch for FREE in the UK, so long as you have a TV licence. More

BELGIUM take on underdogs Canada in their very first match-up at the Qatar World Cup in November. The Canadians finished top of the CONCACAF World Cup qualifying group, two places above big rivals USA.
Belgium’s team of superstars are still yet to win a major trophyCredit: Getty
Canada topped their World Cup qualifying group earlier this yearCredit: Reuters
And now they’ll be looking to put in some big performances in the Middle East, having not competed in the World Cup since 1986.
Belgium have had quite the team of superstars at their disrection over the past decade but have yet to put it altogether at a major tournament.
The likes of Kevin de Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Thibaut Courtois are all still hoping to win a big trophy for their country.
In Russia four years ago, Belgium were knocked out of the tournament by France in the semi-finals, before beating England 2-0 in the third-place playoff.
When is Belgium vs Canada?

Belgium’s clash with Canada will take place on Wednesday, November 23.
The game will get going from 7pm UK time.
Belgium vs Canada will be held at the Ahmed bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan.
The two sides have played once before in 1989 and the game finished 2-0 to Belgium.

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

Belgium vs Canada 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.

Can I watch for FREE?
Yes, the game is available to watch for FREE in the UK, so long as you have a TV licence. More

SPAIN take on tricky side Costa Rica in their opening 2022 World Cup group game. La Roja were one of the most dominant teams in international football between 2008 and 2012 but have faltered in recent years.
Spain haven’t won the World Cup since their 2010 triumphCredit: AFP
Costa Rica reached the knockout stages of the World Cup in 2014Credit: Getty
They came close to reaching the final of Euro 2020 last year but were knocked out on penalties in the semi-final by Italy.
Spain will be one of the stronger teams heading into the Qatar showpiece at the end of 2022 and they’ll be hoping they can go a step further than they did in 2018.
Four years ago in Russia, Spain went out in the last-16, losing a penalty shootout to the tournament hosts.
Costa Rica have their own World Cup history, as they surprised everyone in 2014 in Brazil, topping a group which contained Italy, England and Uruguay.
When is Spain vs Costa Rica?

Spain’s clash with Costa Rica will take place on Wednesday, November 23.
The game will kick off at 4pm UK time.
Spain vs Costa Rice will be held at the Al Thumana Stadium in Al Khor.
The last time the two sides played each other was in 2017 and Spain won 5-0.

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

Spain vs Costa Rice 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.

Can I watch for FREE?
Yes, the game is available to watch for FREE in the UK, so long as you have a TV licence. More

GERMANY kick off their World Cup 2022 campaign in a clash against Group E opponents Japan. The Germans were knocked out in the group stages four years ago at the Russia World Cup so will be looking for a different turnout this time.
Germany will be hoping to improve on their 2018 World Cup campaignCredit: Getty
Japan are Germany’s first opponents of the 2022 World CupCredit: Getty
Players like Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala and Serge Gnabry are now at the forefront of a resurgent German side.
The four-time World Cup winners are looking to win their first major tournament since their triumph in Brazil in 2014.
Japan are a tough international side to contend with, however, and will be hoping they can make it to the knockout stages once again.
They were knocked out at the last-16 stage by Belgium in 2018, lossing 3-2 having been 2-0 up early in the game.
When is Germany vs Japan?

Germany’s big clash with Japan will take place on Wednesday, November 23.
The match will kick off at 1pm UK time in the UK.
Germany vs Japan will be held in the Khalifa International Stadium in Al Rayyan.
The last time the two sides played each other was in 2019 and they drew 2-2.

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

Germany vs Japan 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.

Can I watch for FREE?
Yes, the game is available to watch for FREE in the UK, so long as you have a TV licence. More

WORLD champions France are out to lay down a marker as they take on Australia in the opening match.Didier Deschamps’ side famously beat Croatia 4-2 in the final in Moscow four years ago to lift the Jules Rimet Trophy for the second time.
Karim Benzema is looking to win his first World Cup, having not been picked for the previous tournamentCredit: Reuters
Australia have now qualified for five straight World CupsCredit: Getty
And they came through qualifying with a minimum of fuss as they avoided defeat in all their eight games.
However, Deschamps will not want any complacency creeping in for Les Bleus and will be mindful of their embarrassing penalty shootout defeat in the Euro 2020 last 16 against Switzerland last year.
Australia meanwhile failed to excel in qualifying as they finished comfortably below Japan and Saudi Arabia.
That forced them into a play-off where they earned a 0-0 draw with Peru before stunning the South Americans on penalties.
Madcap goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne was the Socceroos’ hero as he came on in the 119th minute, threw Peru goalkeeper Pedro Gallese’s notes away and saved the decisive penalty in the shootout.
Denmark and Tunisia are the other teams that are featuring in World Cup Group D.
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What time does France vs Australia kick off?
France take on Australia on Tuesday, November 22.
The match kicks off at 7pm UK time – 10pm local time.
It takes place at Al-Wakrah Sports Complex.
The teams last met in the opening game of the previous World Cup as France ran out 2-1 winners in Kazan, Russia.
What TV channel is France vs Australia on and can I live stream it?
France vs Australia is live on BBC One.
To stream the game live, head to the BBC iPlayer.
Can I watch France vs Australia for free?
Yes. France vs Australia is free for all UK viewers with a TV licence.
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