Now that the 32 competing teams for the Brazil World Cup 2014 have been sorted into groups, it's obvious that everyone is expecting some action-packed kicks during the World Cup. But don't expect every playoff to be as action-packed that's why we have narrowed down your choices into the toughest games from our favorite groups and the dates you should be marking as early as now.
Group A: Brazil Vs. Croatia
Yes! We have set our expectations high for the host country that's why we are very eager to watch how this team is going to score against Croatia during the opening game in Sao Paulo on June 12. We have our eyes on Neymar and Luka Modric from each team and we are also eyeing Mario Mandzukic who is obviously an asset for the Croatian team. But if Brazil can do it, why not, right? It would be a resounding joy to the host country. After all, it was Luiz Felipe Scolari who has voiced out his confidence on his team's ability to match its competitors.
Group B: Spain Vs. Holland
On June 13, be prepared to witness a re-run of the 2010 final in South Africa as Holland flaunts once again its aggressiveness and eagerness to win. The Spanish team is certainly unforgiving this time around, so this game is surely a rough feature film with strong kicks and pure determination. We can't wait to see how Robin van Persie and Xavi & friends battle it out on this day.
Group D: Italy Vs. England
Without a doubt, England and Italy will have to be in their tip-top shape to overpower the extraordinary conditions in Manaus before they can even give a hundred percent shot against each other. But it seems that Cesare Prandelli is very confident for his Italian team when he said earlier this week that their main goal is win every match. Let's see them put this into action when faced with the also "eager-to-win" team from England.
Group G: Portugal Vs. Germany
Mark June 16 as a bloodbath for team Germany and team Portugal. Well, not really, but we have high hopes for both teams given that Cristiano Ronaldo is capable of winning a game on his own. But, let's just wait and see how that will go when Ronaldo is pitted against Philipp Lahm.
Group H: Russia Vs. Belgium
Well, we definitely know that Belgium packs in a number of promising players including Lukaku, Vertonghen, and Benteke, among others. But we or shouldn't underestimate Russia especially that Fabio Capello has clear intentions of winning. That's why we are more than excited to witness this game.
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