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Ian Mitchelmore

When is the World Cup final and what TV channel is it on?

France are battling it out with Morocco for the right to face Argentina in the World Cup final.

Argentina defeated Croatia 3-0 on Tuesday night to book their place in their second World Cup final in just eight years, and they will face the winner of tonight's semi-final between France and Morocco.

When is the World Cup final?

The final for this year's tournament - which is being held at the 88,966-seater Lusail Stadium - gets under way at 3pm (UK time) on Sunday, December 18.

What TV channel is it on?

This year's final will be shown live by the BBC and ITV. The BBC's coverage - presented by former England international Gary Lineker - begins at 2pm while the ITV show will start at 1:30pm.

What about live streaming?

Fans can stream the World Cup final live on the BBC Sport website or via BBC iPlayer. It will also be available to live stream via ITV X.

What about the third place play-off?

Croatia will face the loser of the semi-final between France and Morocco in the third place play-off on Saturday, December 17. Kick-off is at 3pm (UK time).

The game - which is being played at Khalifa International Stadium - will be shown live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and on the BBC Sport website.

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