Croatia One Step Away to Qualify; Morocco, Belgium to Fight Tough Battles
2 years ago

Croatia One Step Away to Qualify; Morocco, Belgium to Fight Tough Battles

News 18  

The group stage is just about to end and the race to qualify for the round of 16 has become intense. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot HERE’S A LOOK AT THE STANDINGS AND SCENARIOS FOR QUALIFICATION FROM GROUP F 1 – Croatia Next Fixture: Croatia vs Belgium Croatia’s first match ended in a draw with Morocco but then they registered a 4-1 win over Canada. WATCH | Lionel Messi, Robert Lewandowski Share a Friendly Moment after Intense Argentina vs Poland FIFA World 2022 Match 2 – Morocco Next Fixture: Morocco vs Canada Morocco registered an impressive 2-0 win against Belgium after ending their match in a draw with Croatia. Now, Morocco’s qualification scenario is simple, they need at least a draw against the already eliminated Canada and they will be through to the next round irrespective of the result of the other group game. 3 – Belgium Next Fixture: Belgium vs Croatia Belgium have had a rough tournament so far as they won against Canada in the opening match but then faced a shock defeat from Morocco.

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A close contest to decide the last 16
5 months, 3 weeks ago

A close contest to decide the last 16

Hindustan Times  

KOLKATA: Giorgi Mamardashvili at the bottom of a players’ pile-up with fans in white and red bouncing behind in the stands in Gelsenkirchen provided a memorable closure to the group stage of the European championship. Georgia’s Georges Mikautadze celebrates with teammates after shooting from the penalty spot to score his team's second goal during Euro 2024 Group F match against …

Canada vs. Nigeria odds: Canadians favored to start with a win at 2023 World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

Canada vs. Nigeria odds: Canadians favored to start with a win at 2023 World Cup

New York Times  

The reigning Olympic champions Canada take the field for the first time in the 2023 World Cup on Thursday night. Nigeria vs. Canada Kickoff time: 10:30 p.m. ET/3:30 a.m. BST Venue: Melbourne Rectangular Stadium Australia was the Group B favorite before the start of the tournament, but Group B is very balanced. Friday’s other games Philippines vs. Switzerland Kickoff time: …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier: Morocco to play Zambia , Senegal faces challenge from Congo
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier: Morocco to play Zambia , Senegal faces challenge from Congo

The Hindu  

History-making 2022 World Cup semifinalist Morocco must win a group including Zambia to ensure qualification for the next edition in Canada, Mexico and the United States. Morocco became the first African or Arab country to reach the World Cup semifinals last December in Qatar before losing to France, and finished fourth. Senegal is in Group B and the biggest danger …

Hockey World Cup: Top four teams to fight it out in semis as Belgium looks to defend its crown
1 year, 10 months ago

Hockey World Cup: Top four teams to fight it out in semis as Belgium looks to defend its crown

The Hindu  

A circumspect Australia will be hoping to find its rhythm and keep its victory streak intact against a resurgent Germany when the two face-off in the World Cup semifinal here on Friday even as defending champion Belgium takes on Netherlands in a repeat of last edition’s title clash for a final spot. Despite several close games and quite a few …

Hockey World Cup: Top four teams to fight it out in semis as Belgium looks to defend its crown
1 year, 10 months ago

Hockey World Cup: Top four teams to fight it out in semis as Belgium looks to defend its crown

The Hindu  

A circumspect Australia will be hoping to find its rhythm and keep its victory streak intact against a resurgent Germany when the two face off in the World Cup semifinal here on Friday even as defending champion Belgium takes on Netherlands in a repeat of last edition’s title clash for a final spot. Despite several close games and quite a …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia beats Morocco 2-1 to finish third in World Cup
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia beats Morocco 2-1 to finish third in World Cup

The Hindu  

Croatia beat Morocco 2-1 in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday to secure a top-three finish in the tournament for the second consecutive edition. Mislav Orsic curled in a brilliant goal in the 42nd minute to give Croatia a 2-1 lead over Morocco at halftime in an open and entertaining World Cup third-place play-off on Saturday. Starting line-ups Croatia …

Croatia vs Morocco, Key battles: FIFA World Cup third-place play-off, Qatar 2022
2 years ago

Croatia vs Morocco, Key battles: FIFA World Cup third-place play-off, Qatar 2022

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup knockouts can be cruel games. Here are three key battles expected in the match: Sofiane Boufal vs Luka Modric Sofiane Boufal has been one of Morocco’s architects of attacking along the flanks, be it the darting runs along the left, or dribbling past defenders. Croatia’s Luka Modric, left, and Morocco’s Sofiane Boufal challenge for the ball …

FIFA World Cup 2022, December 17: What are the matches happening in Qatar today?
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022, December 17: What are the matches happening in Qatar today?

The Hindu  

PREVIEW To some, it’s little more than a meaningless exhibition match. To others, it’s a chance to become “immortal.” Third place play-off schedule Date Match Time Venue Third place play-off December 17 Croatia vs Morocco 8:30pm IST Khalifa international stadium The third-place playoff at the World Cup can be a confusing concept. “You are so disappointed, you’ve just lost a …

Croatia beat Morocco to finish third in Qatar World Cup
2 years ago

Croatia beat Morocco to finish third in Qatar World Cup

Al Jazeera  

Goals by Gvardiol and Orsic give Croatia 2-1 victory over Morocco, who had equalised with Dari at Khalifa International Stadium. Croatia have eased past Morocco 2-1 to claim third place in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. But action at Doha’s Khalifa International Stadium settled after 10 frantic opening minutes into an entertaining, if less frenetic, match-up as both teams …

Croatia vs Morocco playoff preview: World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Croatia vs Morocco playoff preview: World Cup 2022

Al Jazeera  

Neither team wanted to play this match but now that they are here, they have nothing to lose. Who: Croatia vs Morocco Croatia vs Morocco Where: Khalifa International Stadium Khalifa International Stadium When: December 17, 6pm December 17, 6pm FIFA ranking: Croatia, Morocco Croatia, Morocco Head to head: Played twice, Croatia winning once, one draw Played twice, Croatia winning once, …

FIFA World Cup dreams shattered, Croatia and Morocco dust themselves off for third place play-off
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup dreams shattered, Croatia and Morocco dust themselves off for third place play-off

The Hindu  

As Croatia and Morocco pick up the pieces after their World Cup semi-finals defeats, the two teams will welcome the prospect of potentially leaving Qatar on a high when they square up in the third-place playoff on Saturday. Beating two world class teams in Argentina and France to reach the final proved to be a step too far for Croatia …

Croatia at FIFA World Cup 2022: Team analysis, run-up to semifinal, chances vs Argentina
2 years ago

Croatia at FIFA World Cup 2022: Team analysis, run-up to semifinal, chances vs Argentina

The Hindu  

Croatia’s entry into the final of the 2018 World Cup was considered by many to be a miraculous one, considering how unheralded the side was coming into the tournament in Russia. Croatia’s Run-Up to Semifinal GROUP STAGE Croatia vs Morocco: 0-0 Croatia vs Canada: 4-1 Croatia vs Belgium: 0-0 Round of 16 Croatia vs Japan: 1-1 Quarterfinal Croatia vs Brazil: …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Semifinal Line-up: Teams, Schedule And Their Journey to The Last-four
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Semifinal Line-up: Teams, Schedule And Their Journey to The Last-four

News 18  

And then there were four. Argentina’s Road to the Semis Group Stage Lost to Saudi Arabia 1-2 Beat Mexico 2-0 Beat Poland 2-0 Round-of-16 Beat Australia 2-1 Quarterfinal Beat Netherlands 4-3 On the other hand, Croatia have again produced an impressive campaign after finishing runners-up last time around. Croatia’s Road to the Semis Group Stage Drew With Morocco 0-0 Beat …

World Cup quarterfinals: Who's in and the storylines to watch
2 years ago

World Cup quarterfinals: Who's in and the storylines to watch

NPR  

World Cup quarterfinals: Who's in and the storylines to watch Enlarge this image toggle caption Richard Heathcote/Getty Images; Tnani Badreddine/DeFodi Images via Getty Images; Francois Nel/Getty Images; Mohammad Karamali/DeFodi Images via Getty Images Richard Heathcote/Getty Images; Tnani Badreddine/DeFodi Images via Getty Images; Francois Nel/Getty Images; Mohammad Karamali/DeFodi Images via Getty Images The 2022 World Cup is down to eight teams. …

FIFA World Cup Group G qualification scenarios: How are Brazil, Switzerland, Serbia, Cameroon placed ahead of final game?
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup Group G qualification scenarios: How are Brazil, Switzerland, Serbia, Cameroon placed ahead of final game?

The Hindu  

As Group G heads into its final leg of league games on December 3, only Brazil has guaranteed itself a ticket for the Round of 16. Group G standings: Position Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Brazil 2 2 0 0 3 0 3 6 2 Switzerland 2 1 0 1 1 1 0 3 3 …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Morocco beats Canada 2-1 to qualify for World Cup last 16
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Morocco beats Canada 2-1 to qualify for World Cup last 16

The Hindu  

An impassioned Moroccan team clinched a spot in the last 16 of the World Cup for the first time since 1986 by defeating the already-eliminated Canadians 2-1 on Thursday, mercilessly capitalising on their opponents blunders. Moroccan defender Nayef Aguerd put Canada on the scoreboard with an own goal, the first of this World Cup, by accidentally flicking a cross by …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia reaches World Cup last 16 as goalless draw puts Belgium out
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia reaches World Cup last 16 as goalless draw puts Belgium out

The Hindu  

Croatia eased into the last 16 of the World Cup after holding a stuttering Belgium to a 0-0 draw on Thursday, sending their European rivals’ ‘golden generation’ out of the tournament with barely a whimper. First half Belgium went into the break locked at 0-0 with Croatia in their decisive Group F clash at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium on …

Croatia 0-0 Belgium HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup: Red Devils out after goalless draw; Croatia, Morocco through to round of 16
2 years ago

Croatia 0-0 Belgium HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup: Red Devils out after goalless draw; Croatia, Morocco through to round of 16

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the FIFA World Cup Group F clash between Croatia and Belgium. 83’ Modric releases Pasalic on the right wing, passed back to a charging Juranovic at the edge of the Belgian box but the ball is cleared before the Croatian player could get anything on it. Here’s the Group F points table after two rounds …

FIFA World Cup 2022, What to expect from Day 12? Germany and Belgium's fate hangs in the balance
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022, What to expect from Day 12? Germany and Belgium's fate hangs in the balance

India Today  

Day 12 of the FIFA World Cup 2022 rolls on with the group stages of the tournament slowly coming to an end and the brackets for the Round Of 16 being filled up. FIFA WORLD CUP LIVE COVERAGE Canada vs Morocco,Croatia vs Belgium, Costa Rica vs Germany and Japan vs Spain are the matches scheduled to be played today. They …

World Cup 2022 predictions: Canada vs Morocco, Croatia vs Belgium
2 years ago

World Cup 2022 predictions: Canada vs Morocco, Croatia vs Belgium

Al Jazeera  

Al Jazeera’s AI robot Kashef has crunched the numbers and churned out some predictions for today’s games. Kashef, our artificial intelligence predictor, was blindsided on both occasions but managed to save face by correctly predicting that Argentina would beat Poland and Mexico would defeat Saudi Arabia. For today’s first two matches, Kashef has processed historical data and performances of all …

World Cup 2022: Morocco vs Canada match preview
2 years ago

World Cup 2022: Morocco vs Canada match preview

Al Jazeera  

The Atlas Lions will look to beat Canada and progress to the round of 16 after an impressive victory over Belgium Who: Morocco vs Canada, Group F Where: Al Thumama Stadium When: Thursday, December 1 at 6pm FIFA ranking: Morocco, Canada Morocco head into their final Group F game high on confidence after overcoming Belgium on Sunday, a team ranked …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Croatia’s Andrej Kramaric Taunts Canada Manager John Herdman After 4-1 Drubbing
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Croatia’s Andrej Kramaric Taunts Canada Manager John Herdman After 4-1 Drubbing

News 18  

Croatia routed Canada 4-1 in their Group F encounter on Sunday. Zlatko Dalic’s side, runners-up of the last FIFA World Cup, dished out a football lesson to send Canada packing. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Herdman’s boastful comments served to …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Germany salvage late point to keep hopes alive, win for Croatia; Canada crash out
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Germany salvage late point to keep hopes alive, win for Croatia; Canada crash out

India TV News  

Germany rescued a late point against Spain to keep their FIFA World Cup 2022 knockout hopes alive. Substitute Niclas Füllkrug scored in the 83rd minute Sunday to give Germany a 1-1 draw against Spain at Al Bayt Stadium in one of the most anticipated matches of this year's World Cup. Alphonso Davies scored Canada's first-ever World Cup goal one minute …

Croatia pushes Canada out of FIFA World Cup with 4-1 win
2 years ago

Croatia pushes Canada out of FIFA World Cup with 4-1 win

The Hindu  

Croatia absorbed an early blow before revving into gear at the World Cup with two goals from Andrej Kramaric securing a 4-1 victory over Canada on Sunday that moved it a point away from the last 16 and dashed its opponents’ knockout-stage hopes. Catch the highlights - HERE After its dour opening draw with Morocco had instigated a post-mortem into …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia show quality to dispatch Canada 4-1
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia show quality to dispatch Canada 4-1

The Hindu  

Alphonso Davies netted Canada's first goal at a men's World Cup but it was Croatia, spearheaded by a brace from Andrej Kramaric, who came away with an impressive 4-1 Group F win on Sunday that ended any hope of the North Americans advancing while keeping their own alive. After Davies had scored with a bullet header just over a minute …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Morocco subs strike late to earn shock win over Belgium
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Morocco subs strike late to earn shock win over Belgium

The Hindu  

Pre-match build-up: Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku was again left out of the starting line-up as he recovers from a hamstring injury but coach Roberto Martinez made three changes to his side for the FIFA World Cup 2022 Group F clash with Morocco at Al Thumama Stadium on Sunday. First half: Morocco was denied a goal on the stroke of halftime …

Group D qualification scenarios: Who will reach knockouts along with France?
2 years ago

Group D qualification scenarios: Who will reach knockouts along with France?

The Hindu  

France beat Denmark 2-1 on Saturday to become the first team to advance to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup. Here is how Group D looks after Saturday’s games: Position Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 France 2 2 0 0 6 2 4 6 2 Australia 2 1 0 1 2 4 -2 …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Germany face do-or-die battle against Spain; Belgium & Croatia also in action
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Germany face do-or-die battle against Spain; Belgium & Croatia also in action

India TV News  

Image Source : India TV 1/5 FIFA World Cup 2022: Germany face do-or-die battle against Spain; Belgium & Croatia also in action Image Source : Getty 2/5 For the first time since 2006, Spain managed to win their opening game at the World Cup, and in emphatic style, after thrashing Costa Rica 7-0 at the Al Thumama Stadium on Wednesday. …

World Cup 2022, Day 8: The schedule and what’s at stake for teams
2 years ago

World Cup 2022, Day 8: The schedule and what’s at stake for teams

Al Jazeera  

See what is in store for Japan vs Costa Rica, Belgium vs Morocco, Croatia vs Canada, and Spain vs Germany in Qatar. The Schedule: Japan vs Costa Rica : 1pm, Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan Belgium vs Morocco : 4pm, Al Thumama Stadium, Al Khor Croatia vs Canada : 7pm, Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan Spain vs Germany : …

Canada knocked out of FIFA World Cup after losing 1-4 to Croatia in Group F
2 years ago

Canada knocked out of FIFA World Cup after losing 1-4 to Croatia in Group F

India Today  

On they day they scored their first ever FIFA World Cup goal, Canada were knocked out of the tournament, losing to Croatia 4-1 in their second group stage game. Once the passes started to flow, Croatia started to find spaces, and most importantly, they found their main striker Andrej Kramaric twice in a goal scoring position in the game. Canada's …

World Cup: Canada breaks through for early score before losing to Croatia
2 years ago

World Cup: Canada breaks through for early score before losing to Croatia

LA Times  

Croatia’s Luka Modric, right, gets entangled with Canada’s Kamal Miller as they fall to the field during a World Cup group-play game Sunday in Qatar. The last time Canada went to the World Cup, Diego Maradona was still playing, the Soviet Union made it to the round of 16 and synthetic balls replaced leather ones for the first time. “I …

Croatia vs Canada result: 4-1 loss sends Canada out of the World Cup
2 years ago

Croatia vs Canada result: 4-1 loss sends Canada out of the World Cup

New York Times  

Croatia sent Canada out of the competition with a 4-1 win on Sunday evening. John Herdman — whose words in the build-up set an incendiary tone — would have been happy with his side’s start, but Croatia’s midfield dominance began to see them edge back into the game. Key moment of Croatia vs Canada It has to be Marko Livaja’s …

How Brazil, Switzerland, Serbia, Cameroon can qualify for knockouts: FIFA World Cup, Group G points table, scenarios
2 years, 1 month ago

How Brazil, Switzerland, Serbia, Cameroon can qualify for knockouts: FIFA World Cup, Group G points table, scenarios

The Hindu  

Brazil began its World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over Serbia on Friday at the Lusail Stadium. Tite’s side next faces Switzerland, on November 28, and can seal qualification for the knockouts if it wins and Cameroon vs Serbia game ends in a draw. A win and a draw from the remaining two games would be enough for Brazil …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Belgium vs Canada Highlights: Belgium Defeat Canada 1-0
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Belgium vs Canada Highlights: Belgium Defeat Canada 1-0

News 18  

Belgium vs Canada FIFA World Cup 2022 Highlights: Roberto Martinez and his men began Belgium’s pursuit for a first-ever World Cup trophy with a win over Canada at the Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Belgium have ‘huge respect’ for Canada, says Martinez
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Belgium have ‘huge respect’ for Canada, says Martinez

The Hindu  

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez on Tuesday said his side have “huge respect” for Canada who will be playing their first World Cup game for 36 years when the teams meet in Qatar. “We have huge respect for what Canada have achieved because when you finish top of the group ahead of national teams such as United States and Mexico, it’s …

Canada meets Belgium in its 1st FIFA World Cup match since 1986
2 years, 1 month ago

Canada meets Belgium in its 1st FIFA World Cup match since 1986

The Hindu  

Many Canadian fotball fans have been waiting for this moment their entire lives. Long an afterthought behind hockey in their home country, Canada’s football team is back in the World Cup for the first time since 1986 and it opens Wednesday against a daunting opponent: Belgium, a 2018 semifinalist and second in the FIFA rankings. “We don’t hope no more, …

FIFA World Cup, Group F: Belgium, Canada, Morocco, Croatia, squad guide, analysis for Qatar 2022
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup, Group F: Belgium, Canada, Morocco, Croatia, squad guide, analysis for Qatar 2022

The Hindu  

The tale of two midfield wizards – Kevin De Bruyne and Luka Modric – is set to make football an entertaining affair for Group F matches. Belgium at FIFA World Cup, FIFA ranking: 2 Number of World Cups played: 13, number of World Cup matches played: 48, Number of World Cup goals: 68 Road to World Cup: Finished first in …

Croatia at FIFA World Cup 2022: Full squad for Qatar, players to watch, WC records, match dates
2 years, 1 month ago

Croatia at FIFA World Cup 2022: Full squad for Qatar, players to watch, WC records, match dates

The Hindu  

Croatia announced its squad for the FIFA World Cup, set to start in Qatar from November 20, 2022. The runner up of the 2018 FIFA World Cup is drawn in Group F alongside Belgium, Morocco and Canada and starts its World Cup campaign on November 24, against Morocco. Croatia's World Cup record: Played Won Drew Lost GF GA 23 11 …

Group F World Cup 2022 fixtures, teams and tournament venues
2 years, 1 month ago

Group F World Cup 2022 fixtures, teams and tournament venues

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A lot of expectation will again be on …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group F: What to expect with Croatia, Belgium and Canada in together
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group F: What to expect with Croatia, Belgium and Canada in together

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup’s Group F has two European heavyweights Belgium and Croatia, while Canada remains a dark horse in this group. Belgium is unbeaten in its last 12 group stage matches at the FIFA World Cup. Manager: Roberto Martinez Belgium’s World Cup record — Canada Canada has had a dream run in the World Cup 2022 Qualifiers. Manager: Zlatko Dalic …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Spain at Greece; Croatia aim to gain on Russia
3 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Spain at Greece; Croatia aim to gain on Russia

Firstpost  

Spain need to win in Greece to guarantee a chance to finish first in the group regardless of other results. A look at what’s happening in European football on Thursday: GROUP A Portugal visit Ireland aiming to take first place before they face Serbia in the last qualifier. A draw at Ireland will be enough to put Portugal ahead of …

2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Croatia loses ground after 2-2 draw with Slovakia
3 years, 2 months ago

2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Croatia loses ground after 2-2 draw with Slovakia

The Hindu  

Croatia dented its hopes of qualifying automatically for the 2022 World Cup after a 2-2 home draw with Slovakia in its Group H clash on Monday left them trailing Russia by two points in a two-team race for the top spot. The Russians, which has 19 points from eight games, beat Slovenia 2-1 away to leapfrog Croatia, which came from …

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