LIVE: Follow SN’s updates from France vs. Australia at 2022 World Cup

Despite their preparations being disrupted by injuries, France will be confident of getting their campaign off to a winning start against an Australia side they defeat on their road to glory in 2018.

Australia, who beat Peru in a penalty shootout in the intercontinental playoff to qualify for the tournament, acquitted themselves well that day, and France will have to be at their best to secure a victory against a dogged Australia team.

Below are all the details to follow the France vs. Australia match, including the kickoff time for fans around the world.

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France vs. Australia start time

The match between France and Australia will be played at Al Janoub Stadium and will kick off at 10:00 p.m. local time in Qatar.

Here’s how that time translates in time zones across the world:

France vs Australia kickoff time

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France vs Australia live stream, TV channel

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Group D scenarios

France and Denmark are being tipped by many to progress out of Group D and into the knockout rounds.

With France facing their crucial match against Denamrk in the next matchday, a win is imperative for Les Bleus, whilst Australia will take any result into their clash with Tunisia on November 25.

World Cup Group D standings

France World Cup schedule 2022

Australia World Cup schedule 2022