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Group play wraps up today for the World Cup, with Groups E and F closing out their final round of play. Netherlands, Canada, Cameroon, New Zealand, United States, Sweden, Chile, and Thailand all have games today. There are several matches taking place, with advancement and group seeding still at play, here are some things to watch out for during today’s games.
A pair of Group E games kick off match play today. Netherlands faces off against Canada in a battle for first place in Group E. Both teams enter this match with 6 points a piece and the winner of this match will play Japan in the round of 16. Cameroon and New Zealand both need a win in an effort to advance into the round of 16. Cameroon would could advance with a scoreline of, 1-0. Meanwhile, New Zealand could advance with a 2-1 scoreline.
#RootForChaos in play tomorrow...
— Paul Carr (@PaulCarr) June 19, 2019
Cameroon wins 1-0 or New Zealand wins 2-1
Chile wins by 3+
Nigeria and CMR/NZL tie for the final 3rd-place spot
- Disciplinary points decide which team advances (currently: NZL 0, CMR -5, NGA -8)
- If still tied: drawing of lots!
Group F kicks off in the afternoon, with the United States taking on Sweden for first place in the group. First place winner in this group will face Spain in the round of 16. A draw for the United States would still see them in first place as they hold goal differential in the group. Thailand takes on Chile in their final match of group play. Both teams are searching for their first win this World Cup, with Chile in a position to advance into the knockout rounds with a win. If Chile beats Thailand by 3 goals they could continue on into the tournament.
How To Watch
Match 1
Who: Netherlands vs Canada
Where: Stade Auguste Delaune, Reims
When: 12 p.m. ET
TV: FOX
Stream: Free Fubo TV trial
Match 2
Who: Cameroon vs New Zealand
Where: Stade de la Mosson, Montpellier
When: 12 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Stream: Free Fubo TV trial
Match 3
Who: Sweden vs United States
Where: Stade Oceane, Le Havre
When: 3 p.m. ET
TV: FOX
Stream: Free Fubo TV trial
Match 4
Who: Thailand vs Chile
Where: Roazhon Park, Rennes
When: 3 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Stream: Free Fubo TV trial
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Open thread
This is also your discussion thread for Matchday 14! The final group matches are upon us, can you believe it? Which games will you be watching today? Make sure you leave your thoughts in the comments below!