France haven't been quite tested with a heavy attacking side yet. I can see Germany beating them, but not quite easily. Can't argue with the other three though. Colombia have been really impressive thus far. With Luiz, Alves and Marcelo going out of their position often, I think Colombia can pull off a good counter-attack easily.
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StinkyBoHoon Can you sticky this?
At this stage it is as much about being ready to make a statement as it is team strength. I am scared Colombia will sit back and mess up the Brazil game because they've already broken their record, when in reality they have the quality to win it.
Brazil will certainly do damage early on, but it is their habit to tail away as the game goes on. I was surprised to see Hulk put in a great performance against Chile as well as he is usually one to shy away from the big games. With home support, Brazil will always be strong so it'll be interesting to see how Colombia handle the game.
That German side has been so unconvincing for me, and that idiot L?w still pisses me off to no end. Four centre backs. Playing the best full back in the game at DM. Not playing a striker up front. I could go on. I would be so happy to see France show them up. What a waste of Germany's talent.
Argentina have been dog turd so far and Belgium have finally got their shit together. Unless Argentina step up it will be straight forward for Belgium.
Netherlands were amazing in the group stages but weren't so convincing against a quality Mexico side. For them to be beaten I think Costa Rica will need to make use of their vulnerability at the back, and I can't see them doing that as their attack has been a bit off for me IMO. I will obviously be rooting for Costa Rica, but I don't think they have it in them. Ruiz and Campbell will have to be on top form, and their defence will face it's biggest test yet, Navas will surely make a bunch of saves.
