FIFA World Cup Day 2018: Matchday 12 preview
There are a few things you need to look out on day 12 of the FIFA World Cup. Get ahead of the game with analysis from Sky Tshabalala.
Denmark vs France – Kick-Off at 4:00pm
France manager Didier Deschamps may opt to rest Paul Pogba and Blaise Matuidi, who were booked in the opening games.
Corentin Tolisso could start after he was dropped against Peru.
Le Bleus are through to the knockout round - a point against Denmark would see them finish as group winners.
A point against France would see Denmark qualify. The Danes would top the group with victory.
Australia vs Peru – Kick-Off at 4:00pm
Australia striker Andrew Nabbout will miss the game after dislocating a shoulder in the draw with Denmark.
The South Americans have already been eliminated from the tournament.
Australia needs to win and hope Denmark lose to France to stand a chance of progressing to the round of 16.
Iceland vs Croatia – Kick-Off at 8:00pm
Iceland defender Ragnar Sigurdsson is a doubt for the game after being forced off against Nigeria with a head injury.
The Croats could rest some players for the clash with the side already through to the last 16.
Iceland will make the last 16 if they beat Croatia by a two-goal margin and also score at least one more than Nigeria.
Argentina vs Nigeria – Kick-Off at 8:00pm
Argentina Goalkeeper Willy Caballero is set to be dropped after his error versus Croatia.
He will be replaced by uncapped Franco Armani.
Angel Di Maria and Ever Banega are in contention for recalls, while Gonzalo Higuain could replace Sergio Aguero in attack.
The permutations are pretty simple.
Nigeria will qualify with a win over Argentina. A point would be enough if Iceland does not beat Croatia.
Argentina will qualify with victory over Nigeria coupled with Iceland failing to defeat Croatia. If Iceland does beat Croatia, then Jorge Sampaoli's side can still qualify if they beat Nigeria by two more goals than Iceland win their game.