Croatia Vs Belgium (Match Preview)

On Thursday, Croatia will face Belgium in a World Cup Group F match to earn a place in the knockouts.

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Coming on the back of a thumping 4-1 victory against Canada, Croatia look promising.

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On the other hand, Belgium are coming on the back of a disappointing 2-0 defeat against Morocco and are looking to bounce back.

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Roberto Martinez will require his star players to turn up , to clinch a win and avoid an early exit from the World Cup.

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While Croatia only need a draw to qualify, the side look in the mood for a win to confirm the red devils' exit.

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The exciting clash will take place on the 1st of December at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium Al-Rayyan stadium.

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