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| 06 Dec 2013 05:24 PM |
Group >A< Analysis
Teams: Brazil Croatia Mexico Cameroon
Winner(s): Brazil - Brazil has a somewhat breeze group which it shouldn't have to much problem taking care of. Neymar and the supporting forwards should have no troubles scoring on these teams. To say that they'd finish 3rd, isn't going to happen. But a 2nd, is possible.
-Equals- Croatia - Croatia has a decent chance to either push there way past the GS, or to finish last in the GS. If Iceland held them off in a stadium with not many fans in general, how will they fair with a Brazilian, and even Mexican crowd? Honest answer is, we'll have to see and find out what they have in them.
Cameroon - Now you might say they're a loser, but I think they're in contention for the #2 spot of the Group Stages. You may not know a ton about them, but they have a legitmate shot, especially against Mexico if I had to pick a win for them. They probably will finish 3rd or 4th, but I say they're given a test that they can manage.
Mexico - Given the variety of the group after Brazil, all three teams have a solid chance of moving on. Mexico qualified to get into this, so let's see if they can continue the success. If momentum carries, they could upset Brazil... If it wasn't in Brazil. If there fans come though, I'd say they can play well.
Predictions: 1) Brazil -I won't do the WDL- 2) Croatia 3) Cameroon 4) Mexico
I'll be doing groups B-H later on in this thread. Just don't want to overwhelm you guys! |
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| 06 Dec 2013 05:36 PM |
Group >B< Analysis
Teams Spain Netherlands Chile Australia
Winner(s): Spain - What better group can you get when you've beat all the teams before? You simply can't. Spain has played Netherlands, scrimmaged Chile, and I'm sure have faced Australia sometime recent; even if they haven't, the quality between the two speaks for itself. Before they get ahead of themselves though, Netherlands wants payback from '10. If they keep that in mind, get goals from strikers early, they cruise.
Netherlands - Like Spain, they have a great and straight shot past the group. They'll have some more difficulty as they don't have depth in terms of world class players, but enough to send a talented 10 man squad on the field to do some damage. If they beat Spain, they should win the group. Chile and Australia could turn the tables, but it is unlikely that either secure the #2 spot.
Losers: Chile - 3/4 teams in a group can't make it past the GS. That is where this team perishes. Australia could even secure #3 as well. They must keep 100% healthy and condition their players to top shape if they want to move on. In my opinion, they aren't ready for this type of group, but a lot can change in a year. As of now, they're done.
Australia - I think almost everyone would be happy if Australia moved on. Especially if you're from another group not wanting Netherlands/Spain (arguably the most powerful combo that could advance). With that being said, they could honestly manage if if they: lose to Spain, beat Netherlands, and beat chile. 2-1 record would put them through. If they draw to Spain, even better. This is hypothetical, and I think they'd much rather be in another group *cough group H*.
Predictions: 1) Spain -I won't do WDL- 2) Netherlands 3) Australia 4) Chile
I'll be doing groups C-H later on in this thread. Just don't want to overhwelm you guys! |
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| 06 Dec 2013 05:37 PM |
Just saying, out of all these groups, B is the most predictable one. It's plain obvious just by looking at "ESP" and "NED". |
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| 06 Dec 2013 06:59 PM |
| I'll do another one after dinner. |
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| 06 Dec 2013 07:31 PM |
Group >C< Analysis
Teams Colombia Greece Ivory Coast Japan
Winner(s): Ivory Coast - IVC got a very managable group with the chance to shine through the group stages. Whether they win the GS, or qualify 2nd, they have a great starting chance. Instead of an extreme power in their group, they have thes likes of Greece and Japan (though they must be very weary of them). They should go through, but you never know.
Japan - Now you may say that IVC and Colombia would pass on easily. That's the projection. That's not all there is to being a winner though. Much like Ivory, Japan has a great chance to claim the 2nd or even first spot. If they get super hot and continue the run, they should have an exciting WC. One you wouldn't have known they could 4 years ago.
-Equals- Columbia - I'll just be flat out honest and tell you: I don't know a ton about Columbia. I know their FIFA Ranking puts them as a powerhouse, but I haven't seen any huge wins on them so I can't accurately place them. With that being said, my predictions will be way off from the media. Anyways Columbia is playing on their continent which will help for the first match. So I'll see and learn about them.
Greece - Many people would put them and Japan at the bottom, but they have a shot as good as any. If they balance the attack and defense, they shouldn't concede to many goals which will be big. If they score, even better. They'll get their chances in the GS based on the teams they play, we'll see if they can capitalize though.
Predictions: 1) Ivory Coast -I'm not doing WDL- 2) Columbia 3) Japan 4) Greece |
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| 07 Dec 2013 09:44 AM |
I stopped reading when you put Chile below Australia, and Mexico below Cameroon. Do you watch futbol, or are you just ranking based on whether you like the country or not
Chile tied Spain, Colombia, and Brazil. Australia is arguably the worst in the entire tournament. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 10:26 AM |
I'm not even going to bother listening to your criticism. Mexico barely even made it to the WC; preformed terrible in the Confeds Cup; and will need serious conditioning and striking for the WC. They have time, and until I see better preformance, they deserve and will get 4th.
You realize you don't need to go full strength in friendlies, right? I'm not even sure Casillas started in net for Spain. As to Columbia, I don't know much about them, but I think they're overrated and I'm staying with that.
It's a year away, these are my opinions as of today. 5 months from now, they could totally changed based on injuries and other factors. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 12:11 PM |
Mexico being 4th or not is not important. But Chile, one of the top 12 teams, being below a team that could very well not even be ranked top 32 in the whole world? You don't watch futbol or are completely clueless.
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| 07 Dec 2013 12:57 PM |
"Mexico being 4th or not is not important." Not important? Why did you bring it up? Or did I leave you speechless. "But Chile, one of the top 12 teams, being below a team that could very well not even be ranked top 32 in the whole world?" You realize there is only 3 games, correct? If they get beat twice by NED and ESP, and draw vs AUS. 1pt wont go far, will it? Looks like we got a dude that bases his logic off of the unreliable FIFA rankings.
"You don't watch futbol or are completely clueless." Maybe you don't understand how it could work, and what friendlies are (aka not real matches, no obligation to go full strength, testing grounds for new prospects)
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| 07 Dec 2013 12:58 PM |
| I will do some more later Wist. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 01:04 PM |
FYI on Chile: They lot 6 times in qualifying. Uruguay demolished them 4-0 Columbia killed them 3-1 Ecuador (not even in WC) killed them 3-1 Argentina beat them 2-1 Peru (lol) beat them 1-0 Argentina also demolished them 4-1
If Chile isn't having a good day, they get killed by top teams.
Another FYI, they lost 1-2 to Brazil on an INT, I don't know where you got your facts from. (Pro tip: don't use facts from friendlies past, and not the most recent. It shows progression or regression of teams).
Continue to insult me all you want, but I will just ignore it now. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 01:04 PM |
If you don't judge by friendlies, qualifiers, or players, then what do you judge by? You just rank the teams however you like. Thus why you should not be paid attention to. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 01:05 PM |
| Oh I sure did judge you on the qualifers. 6 losses = great team? no. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 01:05 PM |
| mb wist I overlooked them. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 01:22 PM |
Group >D< Analysis
Teams Italy Uruguay Costa Rica England
Winner(s): Italy - They have a competitive group with Uruguay and England fighting for both of the spots, but this team has a very nice gk, and all around roster. I could see them winning every game (maybe a draw to Uruguay if you see the confeds cup and how that went). Buffon will keep them in the game. De Rossi should come up huge early on, and if the duo can work well, I see no reason why they can be contained to 3rd.
Equal(s): England - I'd say England has a reasonable chance of promotion through the GS. With Italy and Uruguay they're a competitor anyday. They just have to be solid and get wins, not draws, not close losses. Costa Rica will be everyone's 3 points (or should be), so if I were England, 2-1 would be my goal. It'll be a tough task for all teams, so I must give them an equal, because they certainly aren't losers.
Uruguay - Suarez must score every single game. If they are to win, they need his impact, and more importantly his goals. If they can take the lead early and hold, not play from behind, they're a strong team. I mean, this dude had 26 qualifying goals, it's safe to say he'll make his chances and he'll be the target man, and get his fair share. His attitude must improve because they can't afford a RC.
Loser(s): Costa Rica - They really don't need to show up. I can see some draws, but no wins here. They'll be sent home, and it's a shame really. I can't say much about them so I will have to rely on the unreliable media, but they're going to go through heck with this group, and I believe they needed a striker (?)
Predictions: 1) Italy -Not doing WDL- 2) Uruguay 3) England ---insert huge gap--- 4) Costa Rica |
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| 07 Dec 2013 01:24 PM |
"Peru (lol) beat them 1-0"
What's so funny? Pretty much every South American team but Bolivia is pretty great/elite Tiny. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 01:35 PM |
6 losses out of 16 games against Uruguay, Ecuador, Argentina, and Colombia. 1.8 goals per match. Australia lost 1, and drew 4 out of 8 games against Japan, Jordan, Oman, and Iraq. .66 goals per match
It's very clear you judge based on how much you like the nation, and don't even watch the games.
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| 07 Dec 2013 01:53 PM |
From what I see at Liverpool, Suárez's attitude has gotten a lot better. He still does lose his temper during international play, so yeah, good point. Key players though besides Suarez is Cavani and Caceres.
Also, Chile's Sanchez and Vidal are in great form right now. I can see them being a big threat for Spain and Holland during the World Cup. Even though it was a friendly, England and Chile both had their starting lineups out and Chile demolished them. |
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| 07 Dec 2013 02:03 PM |
| It was an English second side against a Chile second side and Chile only got one goal 5 minutes into added time at the end. It was actually quite close |
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| 07 Dec 2013 02:04 PM |
| do group g or im calling the cops |
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| 07 Dec 2013 02:12 PM |
Alkan, what is your problem? Are you Chilean or something and hate Australia?
16 games, 6 losses? You call that pretty good?
Last time I checked, Australia's drawing GETS THEM POINTS.
Yes, we all know Australia isn't the best soccer country. Upsets happen, do they not? |
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