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Japan will take on Croatia in a Round of 16 FIFA World Cup clash at the Al Janoub Stadium.

Both the Japanese and the 2018 runners-up will be hoping to progress to the quarter-finals with a win at the 40,000-seat venue in Al Wakrah.

Japan reached the knockout stages by securing the most points in Group E, which also included Germany, Spain, and Costa Rica.

Meanwhile, Croatia go into this game as runners-up of Group F after facing competition from Canada, Morocco, and Belgium.

Japan vs Croatia kickoff time

Kickoff time for the Japan vs. Croatia match is set for 10 a.m. ET on December 5 at the 40,000-seat venue in Al Wakrah.

How to watch Japan vs Croatia on streaming or free TV

World Cup 2022 fans in the U.S. have a choice of options when it comes to livestreaming games at the tournament.

You can watch every game on the FOX Sports family of networks, which are the official English-language broadcast partner in the United States.

The Japan vs. Croatia match will be shown on FOX, with broadcasters Telemundo and Universo also showing the game.

Fans who prefer to use live TV streaming services have options including FuboTV, Sling TV, YouTube TV.

Those looking to stream the games online in English can use the Fox Sports App for $19.99 per month. Spanish speakers can use Peacock Premium, which is $4.99 per month – however it will contain ads. Ad-free Premium Plus costs $9.99 monthly.

When are the other Round of 16 games?

Teams will need to win in their Round of 16 game in order to secure a spot in the quarter-finals.

  • Saturday, Dec. 3: Netherlands vs. USA

  • Saturday, Dec. 3: Argentina vs. Australia

  • Sunday, Dec. 4: France vs. Poland

  • Sunday, Dec. 4: England vs. Senegal

  • Monday, Dec. 5: Japan vs. Croatia

  • Monday, Dec. 5: Brazil vs. South Korea

  • Tuesday, Dec. 6: Morocco vs. Spain

  • Tuesday, Dec. 6: Portugal vs. Switzerland