WORLD CUP!

As we all know...FIFA world cup is back!...and its Football Fever again...
Bets are everywhere....and all hope to earn a couple of bucks from it...
So...this might help:)
This was taken from one of my friends blog.....http://kamwah4homies.blogspot.com/
*note that the correct prediction is marked with a = and the incorrect with a ≠


GROUP A
=South Africa D-D Mexico
=Uruguay D-D France
≠South Africa D-D Uruguay
=France L-W Mexico
≠Mexico W-L Uruguay
≠South Africa L-W France

≠Team to advance: Mexico and France
Mexico has been performing well in friendlies and shall have no problems advancing. France, though unconvincing recently, has enough quality to see off the host and Uruguay.

GROUP B
=Argentina W-L Nigeria
=Korea Republic W-L Greece
=Greece W-L Nigeria
=Argentina W-L Korea Republic
≠Nigeria L-W Korea Republic
=Greece L-W Argentina

=Team to advance: Argentina and Korea Republic
Argentina may had a disastrous qualifying campaign, but they should have enough individual talents to advance. South Korea can hope for a repeat of their 2002 success.

GROUP C
≠England W-L USA
=Algeria L-W Slovenia
≠Slovenia L-W USA
≠England W-L Algeria
=USA W-L Algeria
=Slovenia L-W England

=Team to advance: England and USA
England may not have convincing performances in recent friendlies, but much will depend on the form and temperament of Wayne Rooney, with the partnership of Gerrard-Lampard still an issue. Slovenia and Algeria just can't fight off USA for the 2nd spot.

GROUP D
=Germany W-L Australia
≠Serbia W-L Ghana
≠Germany W-L Serbia
≠Ghana L-W Australia
≠Australia D-D Serbia
=Ghana L-W Germany

≠Team to advance: Germany and Australia(on goal diff)
Germany has a good squad even without Michael Ballack, and Australia has the capability to match their 2006 results. It's going to be a close fight for 2nd place.

GROUP E
=Netherlands W-L Denmark
≠Japan L-W Cameroon
=Netherlands W-L Japan
=Cameroon L-W Denmark
≠Denmark D-D Japan
=Cameroon L-W Netherlands

≠Team to advance: Netherlands and Denmark
Netherlands place in the next round is assured, with Denmark fighting off a close fight from Cameroon. Sorry Japan.

GROUP F
=Italy D-D Paraguay
=New Zealand D-D Slovakia
=Slovakia L-W Paraguay
≠Italy W-L New Zealand
≠Paraguay W-L New Zealand
≠Slovakia L-W Italy

≠Team to advance: Italy and Paraguay
Italy may not be the Italy 4 years ago, but still they are still a force to reckon with. Paraguay to win the remaining spot.

GROUP G
≠Ivory Coast L-W Portugal
=Brazil W-L Korea DPR
=Brazil W-L Ivory Coast
≠Portugal D-D Korea DPR
≠Korea DPR D-D Ivory Coast
≠Portugal L-W Brazil

=Team to advance: Brazil and Portugal
The group of death shall pose no problems for Brazil, even without their usual flair play. Despite struggling, Portugal could advance if C. Ronaldo could hit his peak at the right time. Ivory Coast will struggle without Drogba, no doubt. However, expect some surprises from North Korea.

GROUP H
=Honduras L-W Chile
≠Spain W-L Switzerland
≠Chile L-W Switzerland
=Spain W-L Honduras
≠Switzerland W-L Honduras
=Chile L-W Spain

≠Team to advance: Spain and Switzerland
The 2008 Euro champs is a strong favourite, with a formidable line-up that strikes fear into any team. They have strength in every department. Switzerland can banish away their Euro 2008's ghost behind them to reach the 2nd round.


Just Hope this predictions are accurate:)
And here are the 32 teams rankings in FIFA:

1. Brazil – Dunga’s squad is packed with quality but, thanks to a tough draw, faces a rocky road to the final.

2. Spain – The Spanish are hungrily chasing another tournament title after a magnificent Euro 2008 victory.

3. Argentina – A sketchy qualifying campaign is now long forgotten with Lionel Messi and other stars in superb form.

4. England – Fabio Capello’s hard-line regime has reaped rewards. Wayne Rooney’s health is a huge plus too, but captain Rio Ferdinand is out injured.

5. Netherlands – The Dutch head into another big tournament with an awesome squad, but will they lose their nerve again?

6. Germany – The Germans have the experience and organization to cope with the loss of Michael Ballack.

7. Italy – The Azzurri probably won’t repeat as champions, yet a favorable draw could take them far.

8. Cameroon – Boosted by plenty of discipline and a determination to become the first African semifinalist.

9. Portugal – It’s a squad beset by problems, but the brilliance of Cristiano Ronaldo can’t be discounted.

10. France – Coach Raymond Domenech is a dead man walking, and the team might not last long either.

11. Denmark – The Danes enjoyed an excellent qualifying campaign, but can they deliver on the big stage?

12. Serbia – Interesting team that divides opinion … the Serbs could crash early or go deep.

13. United States – With no megastars but lots of courage, the Americans are focused on getting out of Group C.

14. Australia – Fiery and determined, the Socceroos could spring some shocks in Group D.

15. Ivory Coast – Didier Drogba’s broken arm is a devastating blow to the side’s chances of emerging from the Group of Death.

16. Chile – A welcome return to the World Cup after 12 years, thanks to some outstanding qualifying performances.

17. Paraguay – Took a worrying dip toward the end of qualifying but still well-drilled and heavy-scoring.

18. South Africa – The most derided host team in history might not be as bad as everyone expects. Bafana Bafana must maximize their home advantage.

19. Ghana – Would have been ranked far higher if its talisman, Michael Essien, hadn’t been ruled out with a knee injury.

20. Mexico – El Tri got their act together under Javier Aguirre, but serious questions about their consistency remain.

21. Greece – No longer just a defensive wall, the Greeks scored 20 goals in 10 games during European qualifiers.

22. Slovakia – This rugged side, lit up by Marek Hamsik’s style and craft, could spring some shocks.

23. Switzerland – The Swiss possess a strong backline and a competent midfield, but their weak mentality could be exposed.

24. Slovenia – Banking on a rock-solid defense that has let in just six goals in its past 12 competitive games.

25. Uruguay – Did well to reach the finals but is some ways behind South America’s other World Cup representatives.

26. Nigeria – Decent and competitive but lacking the explosiveness of other African nations.

27. Japan – Their speedy strikers could make life interesting. The defense, though, is lightweight and leaky.

28. South Korea – Lacks the firepower to mount any kind of realistic challenge.

29. Honduras – Enterprising and entertaining side will find its Group H opponents too hot to handle.

30. New Zealand – Fast-improving side should avoid embarrassment but not much more.

31. Algeria – Survived an emotional playoff against Egypt but not really of World Cup standard.

32. North Korea – The weakest team + the toughest group = an early exit.