Group B has a very exciting look about it and looks to be a really tough group to progress from. Spain will obviously fancy their chances of going through and I for one would not disagree. I believe that the Spanish league is arguably the best in Europe and with the quality and strength in depth I think there progress is assured. Holland however are pinnacle underacheivers, with all the flair and good football they play they dont actually win the major tournaments. Impressive again in qualification but I question whether they can produce this time around after doing well to reach the 2010 World Cup Final. Now we come to Chile. I was impressed with them against England and I think they can progress from the group here. More suited to the conditions than the Dutch and the pivotal match between the two teams is going to be a key game in the group for qualification. Last but not least (!) Australia will have their work cut out. I hope they go out to Brazil and enjoy every moment they are there, but cannot see any hope for them Im afraid. If they can come out of this World Cup with their heads held high and having enjoyed the experience surely thats a success!
Danger Men
Spain - Jordi Alba - Maybe not the most obvious choice but is like grease lightning. Watch his bursts forward from left back
Holland - Arjen Robben - Ageing but still quality. A menace from wide areas
Chile - Alexis Sanchez - Could be ready for a big tournament. Skillful quick and very dangerous
Australia - Tim Cahill - Prolific from midfield and the talisman for the Aussies.
Group A comprises of the hosts Brazil, Croatia, Mexico and Cameroon. I cannot see past Brazil topping the group here but the battle for the runners up spot should make for an interesting climax. I personally would favour the Mexicans to come out on top for the runners up spot here, with conditons more to suit than the Croatians. Croatia had to qualify through the play offs to make the World Cup so didnt exactly qualify in style although I wouldnt expect them to just roll over. Cameroon on the face of it have their work cut out to qualify from this pretty tough group, although if they could re-kindle some of that 1990 World Cup sparkle anything is possible in football.
Danger Men
Brazil - Neymar - A superb talent ready to make his mark on the World Stage?
Mexico- Javier Hernandez - We know all about him from the Premier League but think he can be a handful in this tournament
Croatia - Luka Modric - Can pull the strings in Croatias bid to qualify from the group
Cameroon - Stephane Mbia - Found his best form at Sevilla after a torrid time at QPR. Capable if continuing his good run of form
To Qualify
Brazil and Mexico.
Monday, 28 April 2014
Hi guys, just a little England song from the past to enjoy!
The World Cup isnt a million miles away now and I am looking forward to it immensely. I dont think England will do very well but I hope youngsters like Barkley Sterling Townsend and Henderson get the chance to gain vital experience in a massive tounament. Lets try and get ourselves into World Cup mode and give ourselves some feel good moments from yesteryear in this pre tournament appetiser!
