Summary

  • Use play icon at top of the page to watch live coverage from the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar

  • Morocco top group and progress to last 16

  • Canada are already eliminated after two straight defeats

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  1. Watch livepublished at 14:44 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    At the top of this page you'll find live TV coverage of Croatia v Belgium.

    If you'd like to watch Canada v Morocco, you can find that here.

  2. Modric's last dance?published at 14:43 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Croatia v Belgium (15:00 GMT)

    Croatia

    Is today the last time we see Luka Modric on the World Cup stage?

    It could happen if results go against Croatia.

    The 37-year-old midfielder, who is appearing in his fourth World Cup, is a five-time Champions League winner and helped his country reach the World Cup final in Russia four years ago.

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  3. Qatar World Cup controversiespublished at 14:41 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

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    BBC Analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at the controversies around the Qatar World Cup

    Why has this World Cup proved so controversial? BBC Analysis editor Ros Atkins has taken a look at how Qatar won the World Cup, as well as the human rights and environmental issues surrounding the tournament.

  4. Who will win the World Cup?published at 14:40 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Who is the favourite to win the World Cup?

    Argentina have climbed to second favourites to win the World Cup after their 2-0 victory over Poland saw their chances rise to 17% before meeting Australia in the round of 16, according to a prediction model from Opta.

    Brazil were the favourites before the tournament got underway and two impressive group stage wins have increased expectation that they can win a sixth World Cup to a one-in-four chance.

    The prediction model estimates the probability of each match outcome - win, draw or loss - by using betting market odds and Opta's team rankings. The odds and rankings are based on historical and recent team performances. The model then considers opponent strength and the difficulty of their path to the final by using match outcome probabilities.

  5. 'Belgium have been indifferent'published at 14:38 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Croatia v Belgium (15:00 GMT)

    Alan Shearer
    Former England striker on BBC One

    There's no harm in having an experienced squad, Croatia have got that but the difference between the two sides is that Croatia have used it in the right way but Belgium have been indifferent.

    As players you always get the chance to respond and Belgium need to do that today or they're going home.

  6. Clearance kingspublished at 14:37 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Canada v Morocco (15:00 GMT)

    Romain SaissImage source, Getty Images

    Morocco have not conceded in six games in all competitions, going 622 minutes without letting in a goal since facing South Africa in June.

    The Atlas Lions have made a group-high 41 clearances as a team during this year’s World Cup, with central defender Romain Saiss contributing 15 of those - including 11 of their 21 in victory over Belgium last time out.

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    'Flatter to deceive'published at 14:35 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

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    NB22: The Tottenham of international football on the verge of going out. Look good on paper but flatter to deceive.

  8. What pressure?published at 14:34 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Less than half an hour to go until the Group F finales get under way and the atmosphere is building at the Ahmad bin Ali and Al Thumama stadiums.

    Pressure? What pressure?

    Morocco fansImage source, Getty Images
    Belgium fansImage source, Getty Images
    Croatia fansImage source, Getty Images
  9. 'We have been lacklustre'published at 14:33 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Croatia v Belgium (15:00 GMT)

    Emma Sanders
    BBC Sport at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium

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    I met a married couple outside the stadium earlier.

    We have not met many Europeans in Qatar so most of the supporters of those nations here are actually from elsewhere.

    Amanda Sharp and her husband Gage are from Denver, Colorado in the United States.

    They travelled around Belgium in 2014 and fell in love with the country. Gage is also a Manchester United fan and grew a bit of fandom for former striker Marouane Fellaini, who is of course Belgian.

    Gage is not convinced by Belgium boss Roberto Martinez's playing style and has been disappointed by their performances so far.

    "We have been lacklustre. I think it is time Martinez goes. I think he will after this World Cup. Playing three at the back? No, it doesn't work."

    Amanda said this felt like the last chance for Belgium's "golden generation" and she also feels Martinez is too negative.

  10. Heading homepublished at 14:31 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

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    A reminder of the teams out/heading home from the World Cup so far:

    Qatar, Ecuador, Iran, Wales, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Denmark and Canada.

  11. Last 16 taking shapepublished at 14:29 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

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    There is just one more day of group games to go after today before the last 16 stage starts on Saturday.

    The knockout stage is starting to take shape:

    Netherlands v United States - Saturday (15:00 GMT).

    Argentina v Australia - Saturday (19:00).

    France v Poland - Sunday (15:00).

    England v Senegal - Sunday (19:00).

  12. 'Playing for point would be a mistake'published at 14:27 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Canada v Morocco (15:00 GMT)

    Walid Regragui.Image source, Getty Images

    Morocco know they only need a point to reach the World Cup last 16 for the first time since 1986.

    But, as you'd expect, manager Walid Regragui will not be sending his team out against already-eliminated Canada with that mindset.

    "We are coming up against a team with nothing to lose. They will be giving it everything right up until the final whistle," said Regragui.

    "If we are looking for the draw, that would be a mistake.

    "It would be an error to go into the match thinking you only need to give 20 or 30% because the draw is fine for us."

  13. Follow the action on TV, radio & onlinepublished at 14:25 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    You'll be able to follow TV coverage of Croatia v Belgium on BBC One from 14:30 GMT, with coverage of Canada v Morocco starting on BBC Two from 14:45.

    As always, you'll also be able to follow live text coverage of all today's matches here on the BBC Sport website, while 5 Live have you covered with radio commentary as Groups E and F reach their conclusion.

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  14. Looking cool on the metropublished at 14:23 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Croatia v Belgium (15:00 GMT)

    Emma Sanders
    BBC Sport at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium

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    There weren't many Croatia fans around when we came into the ground.

    We did sit next to this man on the metro though. He was getting asked for a lot of photos!

    It's a much cooler day so there's no risk of his face make-up running.

  15. Where are you watching? Strike a pose!published at 14:21 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

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    Throughout the tournament, we want you to send in pictures of where you’re watching the games.

    Whether that's in Qatar, in your living room, in the office or even in some exotic location.

    Send your photos in here, and we'll look to include the best in this live page.

  16. 'Allez les Maghreb'published at 14:20 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Canada v Morocco (15:00 GMT)

    Shamoon Hafez
    BBC Sport at Al Thumama Stadium

    Morocco fansImage source, BBC Sport

    Morocco are looking at making it through to the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time in 36 years.

    Their fans were in fine voice outside Al Thumama, dancing and chanting "Allez les Maghreb" - parts of north Africa and here in the Arab region is known as the Maghreb.

    One fan has travelled over from France and he supports Paris St-Germain so was pleased to see Achraf Hakimi fit to start.

    It could be Spain or Germany for them in the round of 16 if they progress.

    "Let us just get there first," he said. "Inshallah we will."

  17. Half and half shirtspublished at 14:19 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Croatia v Belgium (15:00 GMT)

    There's a few half and half shirts cropping up at this World Cup. Let's hope the craze doesn't catch on in the Premier League.

    .Image source, Reuters
  18. 'Committed' Canada aim to end on highpublished at 14:17 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Canada v Morocco (15:00 GMT)

    John HerdmanImage source, Getty Images

    Despite admirable efforts against Belgium and Croatia in their first World Cup appearance in 36 years, Canada's hopes of progressing to the knockout stages are already over.

    However, still waiting for their first ever World Cup point having lost all three games on their previous tournament in 1986, John Herdman's side could yet end on a positive note in Qatar when they meet Morocco today.

    "Football people were wondering how we were going to show up," said boss Herdman.

    "I think we showed up on the front foot and that will be our approach again.

    "We will stay committed to our identity and we will go into this match with an opportunity to make some more history."

  19. Ton up in Qatarpublished at 14:15 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

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    Who will score the 100th goal in Qatar?

    We're 40 games deep into this World Cup and 97 goals have been scored.

    Will we hit treble figures in the two 15:00 GMT games?

    Hit the thumbs if you fancy Alphonso Davies to score the 100th goal of the tournament.

  20. 'I needed a beer'published at 14:13 Greenwich Mean Time 1 December 2022

    Croatia v Belgium (15:00 GMT)

    Emma Sanders
    BBC Sport at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium

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    I met a very sad Mexico fan on the Metro on my way to the ground. They went out of the competition in dramatic style last night, at the expense of Poland.

    He was wearing a sign around his neck saying "my team is out, don’t talk to me. In airplane mode."

    He did have a chat with me though. He said he cried after the game. "No beer. I got home and I needed a beer!"

    I asked to take a photo of his sign after we discussed the game - "we came so close, I can't believe it" he added.

    I got my camera out and he said "oh, wait, I have a better sign. To wish everyone Merry Christmas!"

    He is at this match now with his friend from Belgium. We bumped into them again on our way to the media centre and he waved at us. At least he's cheered up.