This Week in Sport: 12th December − 18th December 2022
December continues to provide high quality sporting fixtures every day. On Monday, the LA Clippers play the Boston Celtics and Tuesday and Wednesday sees the semifinals of the FIFA World CUp take place with Argentina facing Croatia and France coming up against Morocco. Thursday sees an exciting NFL matchup with the Seattle Seahawks hosting the San Francisco 49ers and the European Rugby Champions Cup continues with Leinster versus Gloucester on Friday. Saturday is the start of the Test cricket series between Australia and South Africa, and then the FIFA World Cup concludes on Sunday.
NBA: Los Angeles Clippers v Boston Celtics
Monday 12th December 3:30AM (13th) GMT/7:30PM Local Time
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
Despite losing at the weekend, the Celtics will be fighting to keep their top spot in the Eastern conference. On the other hand, the Clippers won their last game, and have won their last two games against the Celtics. With their home crowd advantage the Clippers will want to build on their winning momentum.
Official Website: NBA
Tickets: Ticketmaster
Merchandise: NBA Store
FIFA World Cup: Argentina v Croatia
Tuesday 13th December 7:00PM GMT/10:00PM Local Time
Lusail Iconic Stadium, Lusail
In the first Semi-final of the week Argentina and Croatia play for their place in the Final. Both teams beat their Quarter-final opponents on penalties. Croatia’s star goalkeeper, Dominik Livaković, made some crucial saves during their match, as well as saving a Brazilian penalty, so Argentina will be looking to win this match in open play, to avoid facing another round of penalties.
Official Website: FIFA World Cup
Tickets: FIFA
News: FootyLight
FIFA World Cup: France v Morocco
Wednesday 14th December 7:00PM GMT/10:00PM Local Time
Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor
There are high stakes in this second Semi-final where France will continue their quest to retain their World Champion status, after knocking out England. Morocco have already surpassed expectations by beating Portugal in the Quarterfinals. If they win this Semi-final, Morocco will become the first African country to reach a World Cup Final.
Official Website: FIFA World Cup
Tickets: FIFA
Travel: Expedia
NFL: Seattle Seahawks v San Francisco 49ers
Thursday 15th December 01:15AM (16th) GMT/ 5:15PM Local Time
Lumen Field, Seattle
In this NFC West divisional game, the 49ers only have a one game lead over the Seahawks. The 49ers lost their Quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo, last week with a broken foot, so their running game will likely be key but rookie QB, Brock Purdy, has been impressive so far.
Official Website: NFL
Tickets: Ticketmaster
Fantasy: Fantasy NFL
European Rugby Champions Cup: Leinster Rugby v Gloucester Rugby
Friday 16th December 8:00PM GMT/8:00PM Local Time
RDS Arena, Dublin
In Round 2 both teams will be wanting to continue their winning streak. In Round 1, Leinster started their campaign with a strong win against Racing 92, and Gloucester managed to get the win at home over Bordeaux Bègles.
Official Website: European Professional Club Rugby
Tickets: European Professional Club Rugby
Podcast: The Rugby Pod
Cricket in Australia: Australia v South Africa (1st Test) Day 1
Saturday 17th December 00:20AM GMT/10:20AM Local Time
The Gabba, Brisbane
South Africa head to Australia for their three-match Test series. South Africa have won their last two Test series against Australia, on home and away soil (2017 in Australia and in 2018 in South Africa). Australia will be hoping the home ground advantage can help them to gain victory over the Proteas.
News: CricBlog
Statistics: ESPNCricInfo
Podcast: Sky Sports Cricket Podcast
FIFA World Cup: TBC v TBC
Sunday 18th December 3:00PM GMT/6:00PM Local Time
Lusail Iconic Stadium, Lusail
Sunday sees the culmination of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The World Cup Final is being held in the Lusail Iconic Stadium on 18th December which is also Qatar National Day. Which country will be lifting the solid gold World Cup Trophy?
Official Website: FIFA World Cup
Tickets: FIFA
World Cup Highlight Videos: FIFA
Photo by: AFA Selección Argentina
Written and information correct on 11th December 2022 at 10pm GMT
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