Germany (group E) and Belgium (group F), in bad shape after two days, will play their survival against Costa Rica and Croatia during the third and last day of the group stages of the 2022 World Cup which begins this Tuesday . France, Brazil and Portugal have already qualified, while Argentina will have to beat Poland to hope to continue the adventure, in a group C where Saudi Arabia can still create the feat.
Group A
The Netherlands need just one point on Tuesday (4pm) against already-eliminated hosts Qatar to finish top as the battle looks uncertain between Ecuador and Senegal, still in the running . A draw would qualify the Central American team, which is worried about its captain Enner Valencia, co-top scorer of the tournament (3 goals) and injured in the right knee. Opposite, the African champions must win to qualify.
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Group B
Virtually qualified, England are aiming for first place in the group with a victory on Tuesday (8 p.m.) in the “derby” against Wales, last but who can qualify if they win. At the same time, Iran, 2eand the United States, 3eface each other for the second time in a World Cup in a match with crucial sporting stakes in a hot political context: Team Melli can obtain a first historic ticket for the 8e final if it wins against the historic enemy that the Islamic Republic accuses of stirring up protest in the country. But a defeat would mean elimination.
This is going to be good one. ?@England top a competitive Group B. Who will advance to the next round?#FIFAWorldCup | #Qatar2022 pic.twitter.com/uSw02YFukA
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Group C
Argentina will qualify by winning Wednesday (8 p.m.) against Poland, in the lead with 4 points. But a multitude of scenarios are possible: Saudi Arabia, surprise winners of the Albiceleste on the inaugural day, must prevail over Mexico, last with a unit, to dream of a new exploit and a qualification historical. A draw combined with an Argentine defeat would also suffice. Even the Mexicans can stay in the race if they beat the Saudis and Messi’s teammates lose to the Poles.
It’s all up for grabs in Group C ? Which two sides will advance?#FIFAWorldCup | #Qatar2022
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Group D
France, reigning world champion and first qualified for the Qatari tournament by beating Denmark (2-1), will rotate its squad on Wednesday against Tunisia (4 p.m.). But the Tunisians, last with one point, can accompany the Blues if they beat the French “hairdressers” and the Australia-Denmark match ends in a draw. The Danes, third, must beat the Australians and hope for a draw or a French victory in the other match to reach the round of 16.
Here’s how things look in Group D after two games played!#FIFAWorldCup | #Qatar2022
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Group E
Germany will once again play their qualification on Thursday (8 p.m.) against Costa Rica, but their destiny is no longer in their hands. They desperately need a win against goalkeeper Keylor Navas’ side – who conceded seven goals against Spain – hoping Japan don’t shine too brightly against La Roja. Leading the group with 4 points and in a very favorable tie, the Spaniards only need a draw.
Spain are on ? of Group E. Which two sides will advance?#FIFAWorldCup | #Qatar2022
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Group F
With a narrow victory against Canada and a defeat against Morocco, Belgium will play their qualification Thursday (4 p.m.) during a stressful clash against Croatia, first in the group and finalist of the World Cup in Russia. A success and the Red Devils will be in the round of 16. A defeat would mean elimination and, in the event of a draw, their fate would be in Morocco’s hands. With four points, the Atlas Lions face Canada, already eliminated, and can logically dream of joining the top-16 of the tournament, as in 1986. The Croats, finalists of the last World Cup, can be satisfied with a draw to pass.
Here’s how Group F looks after two matches ?#FIFAWorldCup | #Qatar2022
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Group G
Brazil, qualified after their victory against Switzerland thanks to a goal from Casemiro, will aim for first place in the group on Friday (8 p.m.) against Cameroon, third after saving a draw against Serbia on Monday. Facing the “Nati”, the Seleçao again showed its defensive rigor and that it could win without Neymar, injured in the right ankle. Switzerland, second with three points, will have to validate their ticket against Serbia, who have only one point after two matches.
Who will join Brazil in the Round of 16 from Group G?#FIFAWorldCup | #Qatar2022
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Group H
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, qualified after their victory against Uruguay, faces South Korea on Friday (4 p.m.). Ghana, second in the group, must ensure their place in the round of 16 in an unmissable meeting against Uruguay, who beat the Black Stars in the quarter-finals of the 2010 World Cup. The situation is complicated for South Korea and Uruguay, but both teams can still qualify.
Portugal lead Group H. Who will join them in the Round of 16?#FIFAWorldCup | #Qatar2022
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