Group A
Prediction
1. Czech Republic
2. Russia
3.Poland
4.Greece
Czech Republic - FIFA Ranking - 26
With one of the best and in best form keepers, the "Cech-Republic", will need Petr Cech preforming at his best in order to progress. Another key to the success of the Czech side will be the play of Arsenal midfielder Tomas Rosicky and Bordeaux skipper Jaroslav Plasil. Both are highly talented and experienced, combined with over 150 international appearances, the play and leadership abilities of the pair could help them slide through the group easily.
Russia - FIFA Ranking - 11
Two words, one name, Alan Dzagoev. The 22 year old striker enjoyed a very successful domestic season at his club CKSA Moscow, as well as being the leading scorer during Euro qualification. Along with Dzagoev, skipper Andery Arshavin is another bright spot for Russia. After a shaky start at Arsenal his loan to Zenit St. Petersburg seems the rejuvenation he needed. Look for the pair to excel and push Russia into the knockout rounds.
Poland - FIFA Ranking - 65
Co-host Poland may have a tough time escaping the group stages. Led by midfield wiz and skipper Jakub Blasczykowski, the Polish play an attractive style of football. Blasczykowski is joined by his Borussia Dortmund teammates Robert Lewandowski (striker) and defender Lukasz Piszczek. If Poland are able to over come the odds it will be due to the success of the trio.
Greece - FIFA Ranking - 14
Greece has talent yet very unpredictable. I believe this year will not be kind to them however. They will mostly be using a 4-3-3 formation, built around Celtic striker and international corner stone Giorgos Samaras. With Greece's current economic problems, this would be the uplifting story of the football year.
Prediction
1. Czech Republic
2. Russia
3.
4.
Czech Republic - FIFA Ranking - 26
With one of the best and in best form keepers, the "Cech-Republic", will need Petr Cech preforming at his best in order to progress. Another key to the success of the Czech side will be the play of Arsenal midfielder Tomas Rosicky and Bordeaux skipper Jaroslav Plasil. Both are highly talented and experienced, combined with over 150 international appearances, the play and leadership abilities of the pair could help them slide through the group easily.
Russia - FIFA Ranking - 11
Two words, one name, Alan Dzagoev. The 22 year old striker enjoyed a very successful domestic season at his club CKSA Moscow, as well as being the leading scorer during Euro qualification. Along with Dzagoev, skipper Andery Arshavin is another bright spot for Russia. After a shaky start at Arsenal his loan to Zenit St. Petersburg seems the rejuvenation he needed. Look for the pair to excel and push Russia into the knockout rounds.
Poland - FIFA Ranking - 65
Co-host Poland may have a tough time escaping the group stages. Led by midfield wiz and skipper Jakub Blasczykowski, the Polish play an attractive style of football. Blasczykowski is joined by his Borussia Dortmund teammates Robert Lewandowski (striker) and defender Lukasz Piszczek. If Poland are able to over come the odds it will be due to the success of the trio.
Greece - FIFA Ranking - 14
Greece has talent yet very unpredictable. I believe this year will not be kind to them however. They will mostly be using a 4-3-3 formation, built around Celtic striker and international corner stone Giorgos Samaras. With Greece's current economic problems, this would be the uplifting story of the football year.
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