mRanagroup is a cliché term in World Cup football analysis. But when former world champions Germany and Spain are in the same group, that phrase will be remembered again. Relatively weak Japan and Costa Rica are the other contenders in Group E, but Germany and Spain expect some ‘danger’. If that happens, Qatar will be the venue for the biggest upset of the World Cup in Group E.
Bayern is Germany
No other team in world football can claim the strength of Germany, which has reached the semi-finals in 13 of the 19 World Cups played so far. Even though that strength is a little shaken when it comes to Qatar, Germany cannot be underestimated like that. Bayern Munich’s forward line consisting of captain Thomas Müller, Sergi Nabri and Leroy Sane is also the attacking line of Germany. The trio that play together in Bayern will make their opponents sweat if they hit in Qatar. There’s nothing to fear there either, with Bayern’s Joshua Kimmich, Chelsea’s Kai Havert, Manchester City’s Elkai Gundogan and Benfica’s Julian Draxler joining the midfield. However, the defense is not that experienced compared to the forwards and midfield.
Germany (World Rank – 11)
Participating in the World Cup for the 20th time
Excellent performance
Champions – 4 times (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014)
2nd place – 4 times (1966, 1982, 1986, 2002)
Spain in youth power
After winning the World Cup in 2010, Spain, which was eliminated in the first round of the next World Cup, is coming to Qatar with the strength of its youth. Spain will be unpredictable if the tactics that Ntwike has been teaching to make the likes of Barcelona’s Anzu Fati and Tottenham’s Brian Gill the stars of this World Cup. The attack is strong with Atletico Madrid’s Alvaro Morata and Barcelona’s Ferran Torres. The midfield, which includes Barcelona’s Sergio Busquets and Atletico Madrid’s Koke, lacks the strength of former Spanish glory. However, there is still a great chance that Barcelona’s young players, Gavi and Pedri, will change the game. In defense, experienced Barca star Jordi Alba and Real’s Dani Carvajal are working hard.
Spain (World Rank – 7)
Participating in the World Cup for the 16th time
Excellent performance
Champions – One Time (2010)
4th Place – Once (1950)
Jorakkan Japan
Japan is coming to play in the World Cup on Asian soil. Japan’s all-time simple winning mantra is to play no-nonsense. Japan is no longer relying solely on experienced forwards like Yuka Osako and Takuma Asano. Based on some calculations, coach Hajime Moriasu says that players like Kyojo Furuhashi and Daisen Maeda, who play in foreign leagues, will have a big role this time. With the likes of Gaku Shibazaki and Genki Haraguchi performing brilliantly in the midfield, the Japan team has a shot in the arm.
Japan (World Rank – 24)
Participating in the World Cup for the 7th time
Excellent performance
Prequarter – 3 times (2002, 2010, 2018)
Cool Costa Rica
Costa Rica come to Qatar with nothing to lose. Arriving by defeating teams including the United States in the qualifying round. Experienced Joel Campbell, who plays for Lyon, spearheads the forward line. In the midfield, captain Brian Ruiz and Celso Borges have played over 140 matches for the country. Costa Rica is worried that the age of the duo will be an issue despite their wealth of experience.
Costa Rica (World Rank – 31)
Participating in the World Cup for the 6th time
Excellent performance
Quarter Finals – Once (2014)
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