After 63 matches spread over the past month, live coverage from the 70,000-capacity international stadium in Yokohama City, Japan, of the showpiece final (kickoff 12 noon).
After becoming the first reigning World Cup holders since Brazil in 1966 to fail to reach the second round, France will not be present to defend their crown. They found themselves in esteemed company, with Argentina and dark horses Portugal also falling at the first hurdle.
Commentary by John Motson and Trevor Brooking. Presented by Gary Lineker, who is joined by Alan Hansen and a panel of expert pundits. Highlights are at 6.20pm. See choice.
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Finals through the years: page 33
