What to Expect from Sunday Jun, 22 2014 World Cup Matches.

Sunday Jun, 22 2014 World Cup Matches

Belgium Vs. Russia

South America seems to be a happy hunting ground for the Belgian side, if their exploits in Mexico '86 was anything to go by. They have also started their world cup champaign in Brazil, well with a 2-1 victory over the Algerians. In that match, the Belgians were made to sweat over maximum points. Against their fellow European counterparts, we might see a more open,entertaining game. Especially, with the Russians desperate for a win after their draw against South Koreas. The Capello tutored side have not looked convincing but will struggle to cope with a hugely talented Belgian with the like of Eden Hazard. But in the end, a draw will be just enough for both sides.

Prediction: Belgium 2 vs. Russia 2

South Korea Vs Algeria

South Korea impressed in their first game against the Russians. With the latter, forcing the draw. It would be nice to see another African team go through to the second round. But sentiments are just what they are- sentiments. To win and progress, the Algerians must defend astutely, and play with much better co-ordination than they did against Belgium. 

Prediction: South Korea  2 vs. Algeria 3

U.S.A Vs Portugal

The U.S.A have to win this game in order to progress to the second round. In must win games, one does not have to play to win it.  The key is to have a balance and not to go all-out attack. A draw in the match could suffice for the Americans. That is if Portugal has anything to say about it. The Portuguese might have been pulverized by the Germans in their last match, but the result more than faltered the Germans if anything else. As much of the game, Portugal were playing with 10 men. Anyways, they will want to prove to the world that the match was a one-off. They might just do that, with a win over team U.S.A.

Prediction: U.S.A 1 vs. Portugal 2