Who can win the 2010 World Cup?
In just over 6 months… 32 teams from around the globe will compete in the greatest sporting tournament in the world. In the summer of 2010, South Africa will come to life as it hosts the World Cup.
On December 4th the draw was made for the group stages of the tournament and it gave us a little bit of a clearer idea as to who might progress and lift the Jules Rimet trophy. Many of you will no doubt be have a bet on who will win the World Cup, so we have looked at the key teams and players to help you decide where you should be putting your money (all betting odds supplied by bwin.com – the online betting specialists).
Argentina – 10/1
With the world’s great footballer, Lionel Messi, at their disposal Argentina can not be overlooked as contenders for the World Cup. However there are so many factors against them this time around. A poor perform during qualifying for the FIFA World Cup saw them rely on winning their last fixture to qualify. Add to that the fact that they have not figured beyond the quarter-final stage of the tournament since 1986, when Maradonna’s infamous hand-ball against England, and you can just about safely rule out Argentina as a major threat.
Germany – 10/1
Germany were unbeaten in qualifying as group winners and stumbled to draws only twice. This along with their World Cup record has to keep them in mind when betting on the World Cup. Germany have won the World Cup three times and finished runner’s up on four occasions making them one of the most successful international footballing sides. While their side of today may not have the greatest strength in depth, it still possess some of the world’s greatest players in Michael Ballack and Lukas Podolski, with the latter having one of the best goal scoring records in all of international football (a strike rate of 0.7 per game).
England – 7/1
On paper England have one of the strongest 11 line-ups in the world. With world-class players gracing every part of the pitch there is nothing to suggest England can’t go all the way in 2010. With a group that includes Algeria and Slovenia you would certainly expect England to go on to win their group but beyond that is where the trouble lies. Since 1966 England has always played the supporting role and in all likely-hood will find themselves stumbling at the final hurdle once more. With a second round fixture against either Germany or Australia on the cards, England will be stretched as soon as they hit in the knock-out stages and at odds of 7/1 should be avoided.
Brazil – 6/1
As the 2nd highest ranked side in the world according to FIFA, it should come as no surprise that Brazil are 2nd favourites to lift the World Cup in 2010. Indeed, until the draw was made for the group stages Brazil were in fact joint favourites along with Spain. However, a tough group phase against Portugal and Ivory Coast lies ahead… in addition to a tricky tie against North Korea. But with the likes of Robinho and Kaka Brazil should certainly have sufficient flair to cruise through to the knock-out stages.
Spain – Favourites – 5/1
Spain aim to follow up their Euro 2008 victory with a World Cup success in South Africa. When it comes to the World Cup, however, Spain are always stumbling… and it’s usually at the first hurdle. Spain haven’t gone past the Quarter Finals since 1950 (the only year they ever reached the Semi-Finals) and failed to get past the 2nd knock-out phase in 2006. But their squad still boasts almost all of the stars from the side which won the Euro’s the summer before last which makes them not only favourites with the betting sites, but also favourites with us.
Ronaaaaaaaaaaaaaldo!
The name says it all
Deutschland wird Weltmeister werden. Wir hassen England! Deutschland wird wieder auferstehen! Heil Hitler!
Germany will be champions. We hate England! Germany will rise again! Hail Hitler!
Ai good people, have you seen South Africa play recently? Yes, they beat Columbia, and Denmark… And Gautamala 5 – 0! And they have the support and vuvuzelas of thousands of supporters. In the words of coach Parreira, ‘there’s gonna be some suprises at the world cup’ :)
Champion: Brazil
2-Argentine
3-Italy
4-England
5-Netherlands
6-Serbia
7-France
8-Spain
No team from Europe has won world cup outside Europe for a long time. Same for non-European teams – never won world cup in Europe for a long time.
So this time, only either Brazil or Argentina can win.
Hey my friends take it easy! You all forgot to mention the host country – SOUTH AFRICA, BAFANA BAFANA! With their 12 undefeated streak of games, they are surely going to surprise many people!
Mark is a ****. He talks ****. Fact fact fact fu***ng fact. You want my opinion? You can’t have it. See you in South Africa LOSERS. Guess whose got VIP seats. *dances* Ooh Yeah Its Good *dances* If you hear a GRIME VUVUZELA you know who it is. Your boy GIGGS. I’m just off to stretch out my rap flow.
Your write up states that Argentina havent got beyond the Q-Finals since 86….
Not true. Finalists in 1990 . Lost to West Germany.
Germany will definitely win it this time! Watch out and mark my words, kids
No European team has ever clinch the title outside Europe. “History repeats itself”. If you think European will take away the trophy then you must be a
day dreamer. Eventually, the WORLD CUP will go to Latin America (Argentina or Brazil) unless African teams play para-normally. British …. ha ha ha LOL! Ya dreaming is good for health, so dream on………………….
i dissagree, england will win :)
I think that brazil will win
i think holland are going to win but julio cesar the brazil goalie is a red hot goalie
Guys u have to think about facts like climate. This is definitely a positive point for countries like Argentina, Brazil, Spain, Mexico, and Italy. When the soccer players are used to hot weather, the chances of them being capable to being able to run at the end of the game are way bigger.
However, Holland, Germany, and England have very strong teams.
Germany, for example, has one of the youngest teams this time. New talents like Özil will help. Also, the experienced players like Schweinsteiger and Lahm make the team perfect — as showed during Qualifies. Also a big point for Germany is that they finally play good soccer again — not the case in 2006!
Spain, however, has a as strong, if not a little stronger, team. Also the climate will be a great support for them. This combination is why they are the favorites.
As u can see, it is important for the northern teams to make their goals before the climate kills them.
However, GERMANY is gonna win this!!!
OK guys come on. england really all they have is Rooney who could take them to quarter finals. i think Spain has a pretty good chance of making it to the finals there team is stacked. Goalie: Iker Casillas, Defender: Sergio Ramos, Mid fielders: Andres Iniesta, Xabi Alonso, Xavi. Forwards: Fernando Torres, David Villa. Argentina only has Messi and Maradonna,who does more harm than good. Overall I have to say Brazil is going to win. Every position on the team has amazing players. Goalie: Julio Caesar, Defenders: Maicon, Dani Alves, Lucio, Midfielders: Kaka,Elano,Ramires, Gilberto Silva, Forwards: Fabiano, and Robinbo. Finals are going to be between Spain and Brazil, which each one has an equal chance to win. But in the end Brazil wins.
Germany No.1 is clearly a moron! germany has no chance at winning in my opinion it will go like this.
1. Spain
2. Holland
3. England
4. Ivory Coast
Okay, well, you are all wrong. Theres a few countrys that will surprise the world.
The U.S,Mexico,and some one from europe. I think the winners will be between
Spain,The States,Mexico,Germany….. no doubt…. you can count on that.
Argentina did reach the final in 1990 but lost to Germany !
Let’s see what happens next season when cesc, gerrard, torres, and the rest of the crew f*ck off to serie A and la liga. EPL spends the most and is certainly the wealthiest league but clearly not the best, i.e., barcelona, inter. Take your finger out and use your brain. Enough with the bias “bri’ish” commentary. Except for germany, all latin-based countries rule football (i include france and italy).
BTW, is england the top team of any sport at this moment? ehhhhhh, NOPE!
you’re the true w*ankers!
Dis yr Portugal will win 2010 wOrLd cUp!
Spain to win… i got money on them and need it! Always got to love Holland though… and big fan of ivory coast.
italy all the way
lets go italy
venga espanaaaa, come on spaiiin
I thing that Brazil ,Spain ,or South Africa will win but a lot of people said that England win. i really don’t care that who win one thing i want to do is watching the soccer game because is no matter who won one thing is soccer is just a soccer game.
Argentina!!! Is the best
Spain is under drugs and alcohol effects!!
England is like a strong fart!! Just make laugh!!
Brasil maybe do something but need more.
Holland be patient, the next time could be!!!
Germany, one more beer and you will win the 3rd place!!!
Italy, Capo but no more luck and referee to give you a penalty kick, like in 2006
Viva L’argentina and Adolf Eichmann
Holland all the way. They are easily the best team and will beat spain in the finals. Shame robben is injured.
Netherlands!!!!!!
I think Portugal should not be ignored. Portugal has got superstar players. This team has the full potential to lift the trophy.
Mario…? ridiculous comment, serie a is a terrible league with terrible teams. All the teams you mentioned will not even reach the semi’s. Get over yourself
I think Australia would beat England in the pre-quarters! England may have the best league and go in as favourites, but they can never surpass the true great aussie spirit!! England will loose.
for the english people complaining about the poor english proficiency of other nationals writing on this site: how many languages other than your mother tongue do you speak ? NONE ? :-)))))))))) So, shut up ! / By the way, Germany will win again the WC….you like it or not :-))))))))))))
ARGENTINA TO WIN :)
I thing this time Brazil gonna win world cup 2010. Because I am Brazil’s fan.I am sure Brazil gonna win.
VIVA L’ARGETINAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THEY ARE THE BEST TEAM EVA!!!!!
I LOVE LIONEL MESSIIIIII <3 HE WILL LET THE TEAM WIN!!!!!
and dont forget… MARADONA IS THE COACH HE IS AWESOMEEEE :D :D :D
OMFG IM SO EXCITED ;D :D :D :D :D :D
I think germany or Spain or Argentina for the win
England No way ….
But you will never now …
I WILL HOPE ANY AFERICAN TAEM TO WIN THE WORLD CUP .. IT WIL BE FUN ,,,
Argentina will win! Messi, Tevez, Higuaín, Milito… Maradona will reach glory one more time, just like in 1986!
The best and the lucky will win. I dont know who THAT is.
NETHERLANDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Maradona is clueless as far as coaching is concerned.
I am hopeful germany will lift this cup…Eng, ESP and Arg will be in the next order 1…2…3.
Ozil, Lahm, Podolski, Klose & Schweinsteiger are in high spirit..
HOLLAND will win, end of discussion. we will see :D
You are all wrong Chile is going to win this one!!!. Please take a good look on Sanchez (N°7) and Valdivia (10) the are going to be a nightmare for the opposite defenders. Sanchez will beat ronaldo and messi…
Germany
Spain
Holland TOP FAVOURITES
Brazil is a very old team …. hmm
what are you all talkiing about england will obioustly win :) hail england and every 1 in this country :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
GERMANY
Im Brazilian,
but i think Germany win’s that!
Maybe Brazil, but just if Dunga be a little smarter,
we have a lot of great players but our couch its a very stupid guy.
But my best wishes are for our neighbours, Argentina.
In the past was nice to laught at Argentino’s face, we had such great moments having fun seing they loosing every match… But now its sad, argentina its a loser country.
I hope to see those days back, when Argentina played a good soccer, and We Brazilians couldnt win so easily. Go Maradona! At least to the semifinals…
OMG OF COURSE ITS GOING TO BE BRAZIL.. DUH….
SPAIN SUCKS THIS YEAR AND ARGENTINA SUCKS SINCE FOREVER. THEY THINK THEY ARE AWSOME BECAUSE OF ONE PLAYER…GET REAL.
GERMANY WILL BE IN SECOND…FACT.