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World Cup Record: 1-0 +0.20 and 22-4 with my leans (23-4 overall)

3-0 yesterday with my leans putting a continuation to a great run. Today we have a glorious afternoon of football in store with England vs Germany and Argentina vs Mexico. So if your up start making your biscuits, pancakes (be it potato, banana, or some pre made sh!t), or if you like heartier foods then maybe some beef stews accompanied by a cold dark or wheat beer.
Both of these games are highly anticipated in their respected continents and worldwide for that matter (minus U.S. non latin/European communities naturally).

German pedigree in this sport as record has shown is vastly superior to those of the Brits (meaning better results in past World Cups). Why? This is a question many so called "analysts" or "experts" have tackled with logical and illogical conclusions. What it comes down to at least to me is that Germany has produced better teams. Be it better talent (outstanding players like Klinsmann, Mattheus, and many others), cohesion amongst players (something the English has lacked and the Dutch for that matter) or the often overlooked tactfulness. Yesterday is yesterday and these two teams present different forms of strength entering today's pitch. General observers see a "sexy" match up with a who's who list of characters, their respected countrymen may even call it bragging rights or a reflection of which country is smarter, tougher, and simply better. No matter how you slice and dice it my friends this is why people watch the world cup for games like these.

These are some the questions on the minds of bettors, fans, etc: Are the English a side which always seems to be in such disarray outside the pitch can pull out a win on what is perceived as better overall talent or are the Germans be able to find another win be it by strategy, unity, overlooked quality be able to advance to the quarterfinals yet again.

I'll let you know what I think once the lineups are set, GL
 
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forgot to post the over but anyways poor choice there, should have went with the counter attacking monsters also known as Germany which I'll take against either team in this game:

Argentina to win/Under
 
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World Cup Overall Record: 24-7 (1-0 +0.20 with official plays)

Japan has played very well, passing the ball with efficiency with above average pace. This is one of the hardest games to cap but I think Paraguay has one of the best defenses in the tourney and is a sleeper to win it all. Think this will be a dog fight and a very overlooked game of quality in this round.

lean: Paraguay to advance/under

I'll have second game posted once lineups are announced.
 

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Of the remaining teams, Japan have completed the fewest passes at a 62% rate....
 
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World Cup Overall Record: 26-7 (1-0 +0.20 with official plays)

another sweep after by far the most dramatic game till date (as predicted), I knew this game will be overlooked so much so that we had a stadium not filled to capacity. I realize these aren't powers that clashed just now but these two teams are what makes this tournament the greatest of all.

Going to take 30-45 minutes to dig into the next game.
 
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Of the remaining teams, Japan have completed the fewest passes at a 62% rate....

correct but I was weary with their quick pace and ability to score on counters. Thankfully Paraguay defense did an excellent job of minimizing chances.
 
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I don't even have a lean for this upcoming game between Iberian neighbors. I'm a little perplexed to see the Spanish using once again two holding midfielders, logic says under here. But these two teams are very capable of scoring 2 goals in a half and I know how long Alonso (he was rumored to be possibly be out but lineups says hes in) will be left out there in favor of Fabregas. Anyways why I said logic says under gun to head I'll take:

Portugal +0.5/Over 2

Think if Portugal loses Spain will score twice hence the over. But a 1-1 is very possible here.
 
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glad I stayed away from the game as it was a coin flip just as I hinted. Anyways I finally have a couple of plays:

.44* Brazil -248 to advance
.20* Argentina -170 to advance

leans: Scratch Ghana and total as there's a few injuries that concern me here.
I have a small lean on Brazil under, Germany over, and no leans yet for the Spain vs Paraguay game though the under seems logical yet again.

I'll have my write ups up tonight or tomorrow.
 

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glad I stayed away from the game as it was a coin flip just as I hinted. Anyways I finally have a couple of plays:

.44* Brazil -248 to advance
.20* Argentina -170 to advance

leans: Scratch Ghana and total as there's a few injuries that concern me here.
I have a small lean on Brazil under, Germany over, and no leans yet for the Spain vs Paraguay game though the under seems logical yet again.

I'll have my write ups up tonight or tomorrow.

Not only injuries but they will be playing without 2 of their starters due to Y cards. I love Uru in this game.
 
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Not only injuries but they will be playing without 2 of their starters due to Y cards. I love Uru in this game.


On the missing player front, Ghana hopes to have midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng back in the lineup after he opened the scoring against the USA in their playoff match. He left that game due to a right leg injury and then missed training the next day. Defender Isaac Vorsah rejoined the squad after being sidelined for a week due to a right leg injury and fellow defenders Samuel Inkoom and John Mensah are also fit after suffering minor injuries. Striker Asamoah Gyan injured his ankle in training on Monday, but should be ready to play.

However, both defender Jonathan Mensah and midfielder Andre Ayew will miss the game due to suspensions from yellow cards. Sully Muntari will likely start in place of Ayew. Ghana will be relying on Gyan, who has three of the team’s four goals, to remain hot as well as goalkeeper Richard Kingson, who has been superb between the posts so far. If Gyan isn’t fit, Ghana’s chances will be badly reduced.
Defender Mauricio Victorino may have to start for Uruguay in place of Diego Godin if Godin hasn’t recovered from his thigh injury in time. Godin was injured in the match against South Korea and missed training on Monday. Striker Diego Forlan injured a toe in the same match and is expected to play.
Forlan and Luis Suarez has arguably been the best striking tandem in the tournament so far with five goals between them. Suarez leads the way with three. If these two can keep hitting the net and goalkeeper Fernando Muslera continues his fine play, Uruguay will be tough to beat as they’ve only let in one goal in their four games.
 

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.44* Brazil -248 to advance
.16* Brazil -208 to advance

.20* Argentina -170 to advance


I can see your love for Brazil... LOL
Is there a reason why you don't play them ML at EVEN $ (90 min + reg)? You don't think they will win the regulation?

GL.
 
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.44* Brazil -248 to advance
.16* Brazil -208 to advance
.20* Brazil -101
.20* Brazil +248 to win tournament
.20* Argentina -170 to advance
.20* Argentina +500 to win tournament
 
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Summary of the Tragedy that transpired on the weekend and looking ahead to Holland vs Uruguay

The Uruguayans can be without up to 4 of their starters with Suarez, Fucille, and Lodeiro being certainties. Captain midfielder Diego Lugano is also suffering from ligament problems and may also miss the match. Note: defender Diego Godin is said to be back with the team from the latest reports I've read (he missed the Ghana game). With all these pieces out Holland becomes the predominate favorite going into this encounter. Now many may overlook the missing pieces of Uruguay but I think the Netherlands have some concerns as well with both their winder De Wiel out and their enforcer holding midfielder De Jong out. I'll make a decision on this game once I see the lineups, will Holland get "offensive" with Huntleear (forgive the spelling) or put someone like Van der Vaart or Elias.
 

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