Some thoughts at the end of the first group stage matches:
Germany: I suspect they may have peaked too soon. Historically, teams which start really well don't go on to win the World Cup
Argentina: As I said before the tournament began, they are probably the best value odds to win the tournament (still around 7/1)
Engerland: It wouldn't surprise me if Robert Green ended up being the quarter/semi final penalty kick hero...
Ivory Coast & France: The dream scenario remains that Engerland get knocked out by Sven’s side, and that France win the whole thing. Unfortunately, I don't see either of those things happening. Ivory Coast probably won't get through the group of death, and France may also go home early
Spain: Usual calamitous start to a World Cup. However, one would expect this group of players to be a bit more resilient than in the past, and it will be interesting to see if they can turn it around. No team has ever won the competition after losing their opening game, so if they did manage to pull it off it would be a tremendous achievement.
Brazil: Arguably the best team in the tournament, but the best team doesn't always win. Sometimes mediocre teams win - which is why Engerland still have a chance…
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