The Blue Samurai and the Balkan squad clash in the fifth World Cup qualifying round.
This Monday, Japan and Croatia collide in the fifth leg of the World Cup round of 16 in Qatar 2022. Both teams will test their strength at the Al Janoub Stadium in Al Wakrah as they chase a place in the quarter finals.
Follow live Japan versus Croatia from the round of 16 at the World Cup in Qatar 2022 by clicking here.
Japan seized early control of Group E on the final day of the group stage. Under Hajime Moriyasu, they defeated Spain with a comeback after Alvaro Morata’s opener, finishing 2-1 thanks to back-to-back strikes from Ritsu Doan and Ao Tanaka. That result secured top spot for the Blue Samurai, pushing Spain to second as the group’s other results unfolded. They will now meet Morocco in the next round on Tuesday. [Source: Goal]
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injuries and doubts
For the clash with Croatia, Moriyasu must cope with the suspension of central defender Ko Itakura, while Hiroki Sakai and Take Kubo are both doubtful due to discomfort. Meanwhile, Croatia face an unexpected setback of their own with the uncertain fitness of their left back Borna Sosa, who has been dealing with an injury. [Source: Goal]
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The Balkan side, guided by Zlatko Dalic, finished second in a tight Group F that also featured Morocco and Croatia alongside Canada. They will aim to press forward, largely reliant on star performers Luka Modric, Ivan Perisic, Mateo Kovacic and a strong supporting cast. [Source: Goal]
See the full Japan analysis on Goal.com by clicking here. [Source: Goal]
See the Croatia analysis on Goal.com by clicking here. [Source: Goal]
Schedule and venue details for Japan vs Croatia in Qatar 2022
Where to watch Japan vs Croatia live online during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar
Broadcast channels and streaming options for the World Cup in Spain
The Qatar 2022 World Cup can be followed in Spain through several options. One free option is RTVE, the public broadcaster. Matches can be seen on La 1 and Teledeporte, with streaming via RTVE Play and RTVE.es. There are also paid routes through Gol Mundial, a channel created by Mediapro and Movistar+ for this event. [Source: RTVE]
RTVE: La 1, Teledeporte and RTVE Play
Many World Cup matches are available free-to-air in Spain, including games featuring the Spanish team. RTVE will broadcast a selection of matches live and will also offer streaming via RTVE.es and the official RTVE app. Teledeporte will carry additional games in delayed or live formats. A dedicated sports program, Estudio Estadio, will provide daily World Cup analysis. [Source: RTVE]
RTVE will show numerous encounters across devices, with streaming of select matches via RTVE.es. The public broadcaster also offers the World Cup content on its official app and through Teledeporte for those who prefer traditional TV. [Source: RTVE]
World Cup coverage can also be accessed through paid services like Gol Mundial from Mediapro or Movistar+. The price is set to offer all 64 matches, with Movistar+ Football package holders able to watch without extra charges. [Source: Movistar+]
Movistar+ provides diverse options with Fusion plans that combine television, internet, and mobile services. This flexibility lets fans pick the setup that suits their household best.
In Spain, the World Cup can be watched on any internet-enabled device, including via the Movistar+ app or the platform’s website. There is also a digital key option for weekly matches, with more details available at see.movistarplus.es. The Movistar+ app is available on iOS and Android, and compatible apps exist for smart TVs. [Source: Movistar+]
All World Cup matches can be watched live on this channel worldwide, with replays and on-demand options available. In short, fans can catch games when and where they want. [Source: Movistar+]
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