England go into the World Cup looking to end 56 long years of hurt and their first opponent in Group B will be Iran, but how do you watch the game?
Gareth Southgate’s side have been drawn into Group B and will also face the USA and Wales in what looks like a tricky group on paper.
The Three Lions, of course, breezed into the competition by winning Group I at a canter; they won eight and drew two of their 10 games, taking 26 points, and finishing six clear of second-placed Poland.
Iran, by comparison, first won a group featuring Iraq, Bahrain, Hong Kong and Cambodia to progress to the next qualifying stage, where they punched their ticket to the tournament by finishing top of a group also comprising South Korea, United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Syria and Lebanon.
They only lost once in that second qualifying phase, finishing two points clear of fellow qualifiers South Korea.
It’s a potential banana skin for the Three Lions; how do you watch the game?
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What TV channel is England v Iran on?
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Gareth Southgate, Manager of England looks on prior to the UEFA Nations League League A Group 3 match between England and Germany at Wembley Stadium on September 26, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
England versus Iran in the World Cup will be available to watch on the following channels:
BBC One HD
- Virgin Media Channel: 101
- BT TV Channel: 1
- Sky Channel: 115/101
The game can also be streamed on BBC iPlayer.
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What is the kick-off time for England v Iran?
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Harry Kane of England celebrates with team mates Mason Mount and Jude Bellingham after scoring their team's third goal from the penalty spot during the UEFA Nations League League A Group 3 match between England and Germany at Wembley Stadium on September 26, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
England versus Iran in the World Cup group stage will be taking place as follows:
- Date: Monday, November 21st 2022
- Time: 1:00 PM GMT
- Location: Khalifa International Stadium, Qatar
A huge early kick-off on a weekday – we can foresee a few sick days being used so that the country can cheer on Southgate’s side!
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