FIFA World Cup 2022: Croatia vs Belgium match will be important for each of them.
Even though both the teams have reached the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia, at the moment neither team has a confirmed place in the Round of 16 in Qatar. In such a situation, this match is going to be important for both of them.
Observation
The Croatia vs Belgium match will be the third match for both these teams. Croatia are sitting comfortably on top with four points. While they played out a goalless draw against Morocco in Group F, they recorded a big 4–1 win against Canada. Belgium, no. The No. 2 team according to the FIFA rankings recorded a 1–0 win over Canada, while losing 0–2 to Morocco.
teams
Croatia
Although they would love to forget their disappointing draw against Morocco and move on to further challenges, Croatia - who entered the competition as one of the favorites to progress to the next round - are appearing in decent form. Croatia are enjoying a stable goal difference (+3), so if Morocco win their match against Canada, they may be able to go through to the next round even with a draw.
belgium
Belgium has not lived up to the expectations of the fans. Being a higher ranked team, they managed a modest win against Canada and suffered an unexpected loss against Morocco. If Roberto Martinez's team loses this match, they will be straight out of the tournament. Similarly, a win will take them ahead. They can go through to the next round even with a draw, provided Morocco lose to Canada by a bigger margin. But, then again, that would be leaving a lot to luck.
face to face
Longtime rivals Belgium and Croatia have played against each other eight times. The record for each of them is surprisingly similar. They have each won three and lost three, settling for a draw on two occasions.
Key Players
Luka Modric has always been a star for Croatia but Marcelo Brozovic and Mateo Kovacic will provide vital support. Thibaut Courtois did not have a good game against Morocco but will play a key role for Belgium.
date, time and place
Croatia vs Belgium match will be played on 1st December at 08:30 PM (IST) at Al Thumama Stadium, Al Thumama.
live-streaming details
The Croatia vs Belgium match will be broadcast live on Sports18 and Sports18 HD TV channels in India, and both Jio Cinema's app and website will offer free live streaming of the event.
forecast
The competition will be tough for both of them. While Belgium will be desperate for a win, they will struggle to finish. Croatia knows it doesn't need to take too many chances. The match will end in a 1-1 draw.
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