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Of course England will win ...
If they can sort out the following,
#1 The back four.
Defensively England have looked vulnerable lately,Johnson,Ferdinand,Terry and Cole are quality players but have not played together enough in the run up to the World Cup,if as a unit there is any lack of cohesiveness then we will concede goals too easily.
#2 Gareth Barry's fitness.
Since becoming the first choice holding midfielder Barry has brought an assured presence to the middle of the park,not having him there would be a serious weakness.
#3 Wayne Rooney.
Getting the best out of Rooney is key.Giving him the right strike partner is crucial,I believe playing him with Defoe is not an option,Heskey works well with him but has been woefully out of form and lacking fitness.My choice would be Crouch,he holds the ball up well and will provide Rooney with plenty of knockdowns/layoffs to run onto.
#4 Penalties.
Penalties are to be avoided at all costs.
Putting loyalty to one side,Spain are the logical choice as tournament winners,they have been the outstanding side in World football for several years,they have been drawn in an easy group and are worthy favourites.
I would agree with Zwoti that Holland could go well,and for that reason I would pick Van Persie for the Golden Boot.
Serbia would be my pick of an outside team that could surprise.
Bring it on !
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