Morocco vs Portugal: FREE broadcast, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for massive World Cup quarter-final clash

PORTUGAL will have their hands full against top-flight Morocco in the quarter-finals of the World Cup TODAY.

The North African side were epic in their penalty shootout victory over Spain, having conceded only once in the entire tournament.

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But Portugal are in fine form after beating Switzerland 6-1 in the last of the round of 16.

Goncalo Ramos netted a brilliant hat-trick after coming into the XI for Cristiano Ronaldo.

But they can’t be too complacent about Morocco, who have Achraf Hakimi, Hakim Ziyech and Sofiane Boufal in their ranks.

How did they get there?

Morocco are the surprise team so far at this year’s tournament – but deserve all the applause.

They drew their Group B opener with Croatia 0-0 but then beat Belgium 2-0 and Canada 2-1 to top the field.

In the Round of 16, they kept their composure to sensationally beat Spain in a penalty shootout.

Portugal failed in their last Group H match, losing 2-1 to South Korea. This came after beating Ghana 3-2 and Uruguay 2-0 respectively.

But they found their shooting boots in style to beat Switzerland 6-1 in their last 16 clash. Cristiano Ronaldo’s replacement Goncalo Ramos scored a hat-trick.

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What are the team news and injuries to worry about?

Morocco have serious doubts about the injury of defender Nayef Aguerd who suffers from a groin injury.

Former Wolves man Roman Saiss also faces a race to be fit as he suffers from a tight hamstring.

For Portugal, Nuno Mendes and Danilo Pereira are still out – the former for the remainder of the tournament.

Manager Santos is set to bench Cristiano Ronaldo once again following Ramos’ heroics against Switzerland.

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Who will be the star men?

Following his sensational return to the fold, Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech will be looking to continue his superb World Cup form for Morocco.

Achraf Hakimi proved himself to be one of the best full-backs in the world, as well as a nerve on penalties with a superb Panenka against Spain.

For Portugal, Goncalo Ramos proved it was the RIGHT decision to play him at the expense of Cristiano Ronaldo with a brilliant hat-trick against Switzerland.

Bruno Fernandes is enjoying a great World Cup, with the Manchester United man still in contention for the Golden Boot.

What is face to face?

The two teams have only played twice before, with one win each.

At the 1986 World Cup, Morocco triumphed 3-1 in their Group F clash.

But the latest clash at the 2018 World Cup in Russia saw Ronaldo prevail with a fourth-minute goal.

SunSport Prediction

Morocco was brilliant and fully deserved its place in the quarter-finals.

But Portugal just seem to have the know-how in the later stages of top-flight competitions, and they should sneak home.

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When is Morocco vs Portugal?

• Portugal’s clash with Morocco will take place TOMORROW – Saturday 10th December.
• The match will take place at Al Thumama Stadium in Doha.
• Portugal v Morocco will start from 15:00 GMT.

What channel is it and can it be streamed live?

• Morocco v Portugal will be shown live on ITV 1 in the UK.
• You can stream the action live from the ITV X app, which is available to download on your mobile device or tablet.
• Game coverage will begin from 2pm UK time.

Can I watch for FREE?

Yes, you can watch Morocco vs Portugal for FREE, as long as you have a valid TV license.

Odds

• Morocco – 5/1
• Draw – 11/4
• Portugal – 4/7

*Odds courtesy of Betfair and correct at time of publication