Semifinal World Cup 2022

Plus, head-to-head record, latest odds and how both teams have fared in Qatar so far.

As he was challenged the ball rebounded back to him from Josip Juranovic and then from an off-balance Borna Sosa and Alvarez just kept going and going and poked it home. Alvarez side-footed past Livakovic and it was game over. He had already been feeling the back of his leg and was moving less easily. As he held off Gvardiol, Messi was able to get his shot away with Livakovic parrying. Despite Luka Modric’s claim to be the best midfielder of his generation it felt like the narrative was set to be Messi’s and so it proved. If there had been metal bars around the pitch it could not have been more cagey and it felt like it would take something surprising to break the deadlock. Messi will need Alvarez with the Manchester City striker not only scoring twice, and earning the penalty, but doing all of his running for him. And running and running. It was pure genius from the genius. Quite why Messi ended up playing the whole game when he could barely run was surprising. This tournament, so rich in its football, its drama, its upsets, and so controversial in so many other ways, has the final act it so craved. In his fifth attempt it really is his final chance.

The FIFA World Cup 2022 semifinal stage begins on Wednesday, December 14 with Argentina taking on Croatia in the first match, and in the second match, ...

Morocco defeated Portugal on Saturday, 10 December, to become the first African country to reach the FIFA World Cup semi-finals. The semifinal matches of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will be broadcast live on Sports18 and Sports18 HD. The two champions of the semi-final will face off in the final on December 18.

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In the group stage, Morocco drew 0-0 against Croatia, won 2-0 against Belgium and defeated Canada by 2-1. But with some great defence and terrific performances, Morocco are in the semi-final. They took on Asian powerhouse Japan in the last 16 and won 3-1 on penalties after the score was tied at 1-1. In the quarter-final, Croatia knocked out star-studded Brazil with a 4-2 win on penalties after the score ended at 1-1 despite going to extra time. Morocco have become the first African nation to make the cut for the semi-final. Argentina, Croatia, France and Morocco are the four teams which have qualified for the semi-finals of the marquee tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2022 is steadily reaching its climax, with the semi-finals about to begin. France, Croatia, Argentina, and Morocco are the four teams that ...

Morocco will be the first African nation to play the semi-final and compete against the defending champions France, after the former defeated star-studded Portugal in the quarterfinals. This is expected to facilitate trade as the West ratchets up sanctions on Russia. The South American nation gained its lost ground after suffering a shocker from Saudi Arabia in the opening match. Four teams, France, Argentina, Croatia, and Morocco, will be vying against each other to enter the last round of this tournament. [US News](/news/international/us), [UK News](/news/international/uk), [Canada News](/news/international/canada), International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) [FIFA World Cup](/fifa-world-cup-2018-in-russia)2022 has so far witnessed thrilling matches as it was a roller-coaster ride for many teams.

With the quarter finals over, only 4 nations are left in the FIFA World Cup 2022. Here is the complete schedule and fixtures for semifinals.

Fans in the UK can also watch the live stream of the tournament via ITV’s official website and mobile app. The games will also be [Replay](https://khelnow.com/football/2022-12-world-football-fifa-world-cup-2022-argentina-vs-france-live-updates) [Replay](https://khelnow.com/football/2022-12-world-football-fifa-world-cup-2022-france-vs-morocco-live-updates) [Replay](https://khelnow.com/football/2022-12-world-football-fifa-world-cup-2022-argentina-croatia-live-updates) Argentina beat the Netherlands on penalties to qualify for the semi-finals.

Ahead of those crunch semi-finals, which are Argentina vs Croatia and France vs Morocco, there will be lots of developments and important team news to keep an ...

There are no World Cup matches taking place this Sunday, December 11. That's because we're in between the quarter-finals and the semi-finals. There really is a lot to discuss, then, this Sunday. There aren't any World Cup fixtures this Sunday, December 11. This has been an incredible World Cup for Morocco and their fans have continued celebrating all over the world. Zlatko Dalic has been speaking about the Argentina vs Croatia match and about how to stop Lionel Messi. There have been various tributes paid to Grant Wahl by those who knew him best. As we look ahead to the World Cup semi-finals, there are only three players who'll miss out with suspension. There's no hiding from it, it hurts and it'll take some time to get over it but that's part of sport." Argentina were worried there might be more suspensions following a FIFA investigation into the behaviour of certain players after their shootout win, but it seems there won't be any bans. So, we'll bring you all that and much more on this live blog. Which clubs are the best represented?

With the 2022 World Cup semifinals set, we bring you why each team will progress, plus one player to know ahead of the matchups and predictions.

[Marcus Thuram](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/217331/marcus-thuram), [Kolo Muani](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/252971/randal-kolo-muani)) and midfielders ( [Youssouf Fofana](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/277307/youssouf-fofana)) but no one who can realistically change the game. [Nayef Aguerd](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/245243/Nayef-Aguerd), the other outstanding centre-back missed the Portugal game, as did [Noussair Mazraoui](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/239350/Noussair-Mazraoui), the other fullback. [Dayot Upamecano](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/222793/dayot-upamecano) to make some mistakes that could have proven costly. In a match where Les Bleus will have a lot of the ball against a really low and compact block, his movement and impact with the ball will be important. [Juventus](/soccer/team/_/id/111) midfielder has been outstanding so far, and we don't say it enough. [Kylian Mbappe](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/231388/Kylian-Mbappé) to run into. Look at the penalties Les Bleus conceded in the quarterfinal (especially the [Theo Hernandez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/233621/Theo-Hernández) one), look at the way they were outplayed for much of the game and ask yourself: who is more focused right now? [Achraf Hakimi](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/240233/Achraf-Hakimi) is battle-scarred and hurting. [Romain Saiss](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/167686/Romain-Saïss) played carrying an injury against [Portugal](/soccer/team?id=482) and had to come off. [Bracket](https://www.espn.com/soccer/bracket) [Morocco](/soccer/team?id=2869) vs. [Croatia](/soccer/team?id=477) vs.

World Cup 2022 is down to the final four. Here's a look at the two semifinal matches and which teams are poised to meet in the final.

Spearheaded by Kylian Mbappe and Olivier Giroud, Les Bleus are looking to become the first team to repeat as World Cup champion since Brazil captured back-to-back titles in 1958 and ’62. Croatia proved four years ago, and again at this World Cup, that they are a tough team to defeat in the knockout rounds. Here’s a look at the two semifinal matches and which teams are poised to meet in the final.

The World Cup will resume when Argentina takes on Croatia in the semifinals on December 14.

In Scotland, the matches will be telecast on STV. The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semifinal matches will be shown live on Sports18 and Sports18 HD. As a result, all matches of Qatar 2022 will be telecast live on BBC 1, ITV 1 and ITV 4.

We have moved into the final week of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. A tournament that saw almost everything - from great wins to greater upsets, ...

Along with two semi finals, two more matches will also take place this week - the match for 3rd-4th place and the mega final. Here in this piece, we will know more about the schedule, match timings, venues and when and where to enjoy the live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2022. We have moved into the final week of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.

Down to just four teams, the FIFA World Cup heats up further in the semifinals as a handful of teams remain vying for the 2022 crown.

At the risk of doubting Morocco a third time, it's tough to imagine the Atlas Lions advancing to the World Cup final. It's a trait that serves teams well in the World Cup, an environment where mistakes must be punished and squad depth has to rise to the challenge. It will take a Herculean effort to get past Morocco's organization and structure, but this is no green squad France possess. It was far from easy, but France outlasted European rivals England to reach the semifinals of the 2022 World Cup. Therefore, we're no longer doubting the ability of this quasi-home team to perform. Argentina do not look inspired in the final third, and seeing as they'll miss a couple of players due to yellow card suspensions, Croatia could do the business again here with a pragmatic performance. They rode their backline and goalkeeping yet again, and Youssef En-Nesyri's first-half goal proved the difference. The Europeans saw their way past England in an entertaining affair, while Morocco stunned Spain and Portugal to reach this stage. There, goalkeeper, Dominik Livakovic, shone again as Croatia moved on and the betting favorites dropped out. Croatia's midfield played compact via possession against Brazil, with Marcelo Brozovic, Luka Modric, and Mateo Kovacic producing a masterclass. [Brazil are no longer in the mix, ousted by Croatia](https://www.sportingnews.com/uk/soccer/news/brazil-vs-croatia-world-cup-live-score-result/q7dbcj4ubk93kbklj1vksqab) in a penalty shootout. Their CONMEBOL rivals Argentina, however, are still kicking.

FIFA World Cup 2022: With the FIFA World Cup 2022 reaching the semifinal stage as the likes of Argentina, France, Morocco and Croatia made it to the final ...

After a mouth-watering and pulsating FIFA World Cup 2022 quarterfinal stage four teams have punched their ticket to the semifinal stage. When is the final of the FIFA World Cup 2022? Who are through to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup 2022?

Holders France take on first-time semi-finalists Morocco for a place in the final.

"But I will try my best to be on the pitch. The two sides have played each other 11 times before, with Morocco winning on one occasion and France winning seven times. The last-16 clash saw Morocco celebrate a historic World Cup win over Spain. This is the second of the semi-finals. Head coach Didier Deschamps said after the match: "We are getting to the semifinals. France will face Morocco, after the 2018 champions