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How to watch Argentina vs Croatia: TV channel, live stream and kick-off time for World Cup clash

Argentina and Croatia are set to battle it out for a place in the World Cup final later today.

Lionel Messi is likely in his final major tournament as an international, with the 35-year-old bidding to bow out by claiming the only piece of silverware that has so far evaded him as a player. La Albiceleste reached the final back in 2014 only to be beaten by Germany.

As for Croatia, Zlatko Dalic's side eliminated Brazil after a dramatic shoot-out on Friday and reached the 2018 final in Russia, only to be beaten by reigning champions France. Luka Modric has been in superb form for the Vatreni, with his experience shining throughout the tournament.

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With tonight's showdown presenting all the early signs of another classic, here's all the information you need ahead of the World Cup semi final clash...

What time does Croatia vs Argentina kick-off?

Kick-off is set for 7pm this evening (Tuesday 13 December).

Where is Croatia vs Argentina being played?

The game is being played at Lusail Stadium, Qatar.

What TV channel is Croatia vs Argentina on?

The clash is being shown live on ITV One from 6:15pm. It will be shown free-to-air and you can also live stream it for free on the ITVX.

What is the early team news?

Lionel Scaloni will have to make use of the full Argentina squad on Tuesday, with Gonzalo Montiel and Marcos Acuna both suspended.

Nicolas Tagliafico will step in for Acuna at left-back, with Argentina likely to return to a four-man defence after lining up with three at the back against the Dutch. Manchester United man Lisandro Martinez could again come out of the side

There are no known absentees in the Croatia squad after Borna Sosa and Mislav Orsic shook off bouts of sickness to play in Friday's quarter-final victory.

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