Croatia had nervy path to the semifinals, with each of their first two knockout stage matches going to a penalty shootout which means more minutes played, it could be indicator to potential suffer in upcoming fixture, looked massively tired against Russia. Stamina can be a problem but still they have 4 days of rest. Naturally England should get a ball in most parts as we know it is more difficult to move without a ball than with it. 

Croatia showed weakness with creating danger from positioning attacks but in this case may find more suitable scenario since England will push forward. Although after taking a lead does not used to fall back still hunting for second hit. England out possessed Sweden 57%-43% and outshot the Swedes 12-7. Not much as average 21-22 shots come per game. Croatia should gain at least 9 attempts in my opinion. Still odds are away from satisfaction so maybe in-play chance will arrive with attaciton line after discount. 

On the other side of the coin, England get most of their goals off of set plays like corners and free kicks. The more of those you get the better chance the opposing team heads them or kicks them out of bounds. Most of the attempts would be blocked so natural way will come goal kicks

Alashkert host Celtic at the 16,000-capacity Republican Stadium in the Armenian capital of Yerevan.

There are some mix insights about upcoming fixture. Overall it speaks against Celtic and slashed odds draw by bookies. First of all Celtic disspapoitntign in elemination many times in a past, even shamed themself more than once. 

Celtic fly out to Armenia for the first leg of their Champions League qualifier agsint Alashkert it seems the squad will be without the injured Leigh Griffiths and Marvin Compper. 

From other side blow for Alashkert as key defender departs ahead of Celtic Champions League clash.

Brendan Rodgers implores referee to allow water breaks in Celtic's Champions League qualifier against Alashkert due to concerns over heat in Armenia, expected around 38o Celsius.

Alashkert are a team who have won their domestic league for the last three seasons, so they now how to play football and defend well. They play from deep, their speed makes it difficult. They play very compact.

Scottish is at this time of the season only beginning of preparations, it will be first competitive match for 2 months, while Alashkert are in the middle of their season.

All in All Celtic should dominate, wonder how long will stand such a hot temperature. They always get number of corners, question is how much are able to take today? I call for average amount, around 5 is maximum under current circumstances. Herebly odds for interval 5-6 is just good, wish to get 4-5 but not available before kickoff. Handicap +4 EH also is too high. 3 corners by both teams is a fine deal and cover first single. 
 

Alashkert host Celtic at the 16,000-capacity Republican Stadium in the Armenian capital of Yerevan.

There are some mix insights about upcoming fixture. Overall it speaks against Celtic and slashed odds draw by bookies. First of all Celtic disspapoitntign in elemination many times in a past, even shamed themself more than once. 

Celtic fly out to Armenia for the first leg of their Champions League qualifier agsint Alashkert it seems the squad will be without the injured Leigh Griffiths and Marvin Compper. 

From other side blow for Alashkert as key defender departs ahead of Celtic Champions League clash.

Brendan Rodgers implores referee to allow water breaks in Celtic's Champions League qualifier against Alashkert due to concerns over heat in Armenia, expected around 38o Celsius.

Alashkert are a team who have won their domestic league for the last three seasons, so they now how to play football and defend well. They play from deep, their speed makes it difficult. They play very compact.

Scottish is at this time of the season only beginning of preparations, it will be first competitive match for 2 months, while Alashkert are in the middle of their season.

All in All Celtic should dominate, wonder how long will stand such a hot temperature. They always get number of corners, question is how much are able to take today? I call for average amount, around 5 is maximum under current circumstances. Herebly odds for interval 5-6 is just good, wish to get 4-5 but not available before kickoff. Handicap +4 EH also is too high. 3 corners by both teams is a fine deal and cover first single. 
 

Basically since we keep behind group stage every random game depends of who score first. Team take a lead and than fall back. In influence ball possession, total of shots on/off, tackles and corners. Basically everything. Expectations before kick off and potential tactics lose on value just expired.

France haven't been tested right yet. I mean they went through  previous stages smoothly, never have to come back from behind. Even game against Argentina cannot speak much about what if France concede first (like Brazil against Belgium) and things will go wrong for The Equipe Tricolore? How ill respond, why will react under a pressure. From other side Belgians got really tested twice and they proved their worth. Showed charisma, motivation and herotic fight.  Both sides are very strong in the counter due to their fast-paced and good decision making upfront, it will be fun to see who tries to take control. 

Significantly more impressive on a pitch is Belgium in this tournament - five games, five wins however we cannot underestimate offensive ability of France. Both teams have excellent single players, but also the collective convinced so far. 
Why goal kicks? It is pretty cool alternative for shots which miss a target. If you expect a lot of attempts on Goal than this is the right cover. If one of team shows ability to create tons of corners and use wings to build offensive actions than some of tries will end with ball behind a goal line.  

Recently I bet on Belgium as they just sink in Goal Kicks like a sponge. In every recent encounter recorded around 11 Goal kicks. .Even Brazil despite quite poor first half (only 1) gain 11 in the end. Worryi me that France amount attempt on goal is quite slim but average total ~8 is not that impossible target to reach.  

Basically since we keep behind group stage every random game depends of who score first. Team take a lead and than fall back. In influence ball possession, total of shots on/off, tackles and corners. Basically everything. Expectations before kick off and potential tactics lose on value just expired.


France haven't been tested right yet. I mean they went through  previous stages smoothly, never have to come back from behind. Even game against Argentina cannot speak much about what if France concede first (like Brazil against Belgium) and things will go wrong for The Equipe Tricolore? How ill respond, why will react under a pressure. From other side Belgians got really tested twice and they proved their worth. Showed charisma, motivation and herotic fight.  Both sides are very strong in the counter due to their fast-paced and good decision making upfront, it will be fun to see who tries to take control. 

Significantly more impressive on a pitch is Belgium in this tournament - five games, five wins however we cannot underestimate offensive ability of France. Both teams have excellent single players, but also the collective convinced so far. 
Why goal kicks? It is pretty cool alternative for shots which miss a target. If you expect a lot of attempts on Goal than this is the right cover. If one of team shows ability to create tons of corners and use wings to build offensive actions than some of tries will end with ball behind a goal line.  


Recently I bet on Belgium as they just sink in Goal Kicks like a sponge. In every recent encounter recorded around 11 Goal kicks. .Even Brazil despite quite poor first half (only 1) gain 11 in the end. Worryi me that France amount attempt on goal is quite slim but average total ~8 is not that impossible target to reach.  

 

 I like Russia in terms of corner kicks. There is no coincidence and accidentally gain of corners.  Russia use flanks, try to pass long ball to penalty area that is why they generate some amount of corners in each game. Only clash against Uruguay made exception of the rule but as I correct remember this third match in group remained without any importance. 

Force Croatia's historic opportunity to reach a final after finishing third in France 98. The  team has a great defense, although looks capable only to score from set pieces and counter-attack. They really struggled to score against defensive minded Scandinavian. 
Russia wish not to open either. Host did not convince much in their eighth game against Spain where reached extra time. So far is more driven from the euphoria in their own country. Game with Spain just exposed their limits. Interesting is fact that keeping only 30-40% ball possession or even less still create some chances.

In previous encounter Croatia played just really bad. The match against Denmark was one of the lowest level matches this tournament. Russia have to fly and dream but Croatia won't to open much, being rather patient. 

In nutshell Russia should be inspired and use own utilities in order to find a net. Corners and missed shots is a factor to don't miss.  Croatia is hard nut to crack, in result corners and block shots, a lot of fouls and tackles, that is a beauty  of upcoming fixture. 
Quice view on previous opta Croatia: 9-9 vs Iceland, 13-12 vs Denmark. Russia: 7-11 Uruguay, 11-9 Spain. 
 

 

 I like Russia in terms of corner kicks. There is no coincidence and accidentally gain of corners.  Russia use flanks, try to pass long ball to penalty area that is why they generate some amount of corners in each game. Only clash against Uruguay made exception of the rule but as I correct remember this third match in group remained without any importance. 

Force Croatia's historic opportunity to reach a final after finishing third in France 98. The  team has a great defense, although looks capable only to score from set pieces and counter-attack. They really struggled to score against defensive minded Scandinavian. 
Russia wish not to open either. Host did not convince much in their eighth game against Spain where reached extra time. So far is more driven from the euphoria in their own country. Game with Spain just exposed their limits. Interesting is fact that keeping only 30-40% ball possession or even less still create some chances.

In previous encounter Croatia played just really bad. The match against Denmark was one of the lowest level matches this tournament. Russia have to fly and dream but Croatia won't to open much, being rather patient. 

In nutshell Russia should be inspired and use own utilities in order to find a net. Corners and missed shots is a factor to don't miss.  Croatia is hard nut to crack, in result corners and block shots, a lot of fouls and tackles, that is a beauty  of upcoming fixture. 
Quice view on previous opta Croatia: 9-9 vs Iceland, 13-12 vs Denmark. Russia: 7-11 Uruguay, 11-9 Spain. 
 

It is true that England had a hard time to beat Colombia, basically paid for very stative and comfort zone style of play, I mean fall back after take a lead. Played really good until first goal. Overall did not show much of play, nether Sweden who were very little, most of shots missed a target and totally do not deserve for next stage in the competition. Swedish is one of those who kills football by conservative tactics, probably suit team's limits that is why this NT should drop out earlier already.  They are very strong defensively when they only defend without looking for attack. and here is a room to take a ball and dominate on a pitch. England constantly delivery corners: 

- against Panama (3) 
- against Tunisia (7) 
- against Belgium (7) 
- against Colombia (7) 

As I am concern Three Lions have to crashing against the wall, and if there is no goal on early stage corners is the medicine another set pieces. In case England has a style of play that causes many corners in favor. They have fast players of bands with good wingers what provides many corners.

Some other options also worth to consider and cover current selection, handi -1.5,  (-0.5 or -1) at HT is even stronger recommended by me. 

It is true that England had a hard time to beat Colombia, basically paid for very stative and comfort zone style of play, I mean fall back after take a lead. Played really good until first goal. Overall did not show much of play, nether Sweden who were very little, most of shots missed a target and totally do not deserve for next stage in the competition. Swedish is one of those who kills football by conservative tactics, probably suit team's limits that is why this NT should drop out earlier already. They are very strong defensively when they only defend without looking for attack. and here is a room to take a ball and dominate on a pitch. 

As I am concern Three Lions have to crashing against the wall, so shots should go of favor to England.

Who or what makes the difference in this game? 

Brazil left bad feelings in the first match against Switzerland. The Seleçao finally started to show some of their talent in the clutch game against Serbia


Belgian team is playing a good World Cup, maintaining possession and showing different alternatives to attack but showed weakness in defense line. 

Brazil, on the other hand, started the season finely and increased steadily. Proved that gain the most team play and solid defense than any other NT who still stay in the competition. 

If you ask me, Brazil look more like a one body plus superstars who can make a difference. 

Against Germany, Mexico were deadly on the counter-attack, and head coach Juan Carlos Osorio will likely attempt a similar tactic against five-times World Cup winner Brazil.

Belgium sink in Goal Kicks like a sponge, despite of 5:2 versus Tunisia conceded 11 GK. Against Japan recorded 11 once again. Even in Game with less tension with England conceded double digit again (10). 

Brazil is accurate with shots, but reflections and blocked shots is the chance to gain more Shots On Target

Who or what makes the difference in this game? 

Brazil left bad feelings in the first match against Switzerland. The Seleçao finally started to show some of their talent in the clutch game against Serbia


Belgian team is playing a good World Cup, maintaining possession and showing different alternatives to attack but showed weakness in defense line. 

Brazil, on the other hand, started the season finely and increased steadily. Proved that gain the most team play and solid defense than any other NT who still stay in the competition. 

If you ask me, Brazil look more like a one body plus superstars who can make a difference. 

Against Germany, Mexico were deadly on the counter-attack, and head coach Juan Carlos Osorio will likely attempt a similar tactic against five-times World Cup winner Brazil.

Belgium sink in Goal Kicks like a sponge, despite of 5:2 versus Tunisia conceded 11 GK. Against Japan recorded 11 once again. Even in Game with less tension with England conceded double digit again (10). 

Brazil is accurate with shots, but reflections and blocked shots is the chance to gain some goal kicks. Number isn't any spectacular but main clue based laying Belgium in this pick.

Well both teams aren't offensive minded.

Uruguay can defend and France won't take any big risks. Uruguay will prolly defend deep, give up on possession and France will try to break a bunker which is a problem for every team at NT level.  It is rare to notice but both teams without spaces is a bad team, 0 creativity, no set pieces. both rely on fast players and counter attacks. If someone has seen the Uruguay game against big teams he only knows how to defend themself and it seems like a pattern in this case. France with more quality on single players probably will take ball in possession but also like to allow rivals to play if take an early lead. 

So far, Uruguay has made a good impression, is defensively stable and has two absolute exceptional performers in the front with Cavani and Suarez, who harmonize beautifully with each other. With Edinson Cavani gone the attacking responsibility will fully fall on Suarez. Despite of those two nobody is capable to take responsibility to score, to even goal attempt. While many experts expect a balanced game after the strong performances of the two teams single talent's explode stay on France side advantage. 
 

Well both teams aren't offensive minded.

Uruguay can defend and France won't take any big risks. Uruguay will prolly defend deep, give up on possession and France will try to break a bunker which is a problem for every team at NT level.  It is rare to notice but both teams without spaces is a bad team, 0 creativity, no set pieces. both rely on fast players and counter attacks. If someone has seen the Uruguay game against big teams he only knows how to defend themself and it seems like a pattern in this case. France with more quality on single players probably will take ball in possession but also like to allow rivals to play if take an early lead. 

So far, Uruguay has made a good impression, is defensively stable and has two absolute exceptional performers in the front with Cavani and Suarez, who harmonize beautifully with each other. With Edinson Cavani gone the attacking responsibility will fully fall on Suarez. Despite of those two nobody is capable to take responsibility to score, to even goal attempt. While many experts expect a balanced game after the strong performances of the two teams single talent's explode stay on France side advantage. 
 

This pairing is certainly one of the most exciting of the day.

Colombia’s biggest concern is the potential absence of James Rodríguez. Uncertain situation about James if he will recover on time, as far I know he is out for upcoming fixture. Colombia looked average against Senegal without James Rodriguez. It shows how important part of the Colombian side he is. 

England, after many years of disappointment, finally seems to be back to making a major event for positive. The British are better positioned across the board and have some alternatives on the bench that can give the game a change of direction. Anyhow, South Americas will aim to spoil the England party as the Three Lions dream of glory. Well-placed in central defense team so to unlock them England will need some free kicks and corners, they always gain couple and that will be a case today as well. 

Bala got  0-7 corners in first leg, since San Marino's team all what need is defend three goals advantage it does accelerate host to push and take couple. 
 

 
AT Belle Vue bound for a win, in Europa League everything is possible (if you know what I mean) so won't be surprised if Bala will overcome and qualify to next round. To do that need to put on offensive strong foot. European football returns to Rhyl  were host must overcome a 3-0 deficit from first leg. The Lakesiders dominated the possession and created the most chances but .. ask yourself what went wrong if you regard highlights. Defensive errors proved costly against the team from San Marino.

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"They were limited in terms of chances they created and it was down to silly mistakes," 


Bala Town manager Colin Caton says he team will attack from the off as his side look to overturn a three-goal deficit in Thursday night. 

I do not used to back team who represents such a low quality - highlights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yopeBM5X_zU but still will put some pennies on that event. 

Mission (not)impossible would be very well awarded, sum €240,000 prize money windfall for reaching the Europa League first qualifying round.

Bala need quick opener.

Two teams needing to quickly move up the Western Conference standings. Both teams are desperate to get a win so we should see great pice of football played at the high level.

Seattle Sounders will also see this as an opportunity to get 3 points. This season has not gone to plan for Seattle and they are currently near the bottom of the Western Conference. 

Seattle Sounders face many troubles at the present time, practically showing poor performance throughout the season. 

Colorado Rapids are in a state of significant crisis as well. The hosts won just one of the last 11 games. However used to dominate at home and make pressure on their rival. Games involving Colorado at home brings around 11 corners & 5.38 by them self. If I add that visitors usually concede around 4.27 corners than this pick seems like a wise choice. 

Numbers attached speak good enough for me to back home side.

Two teams needing to quickly move up the Western Conference standings. Both teams are desperate to get a win so we should see great pice of football played at the high level.

Seattle Sounders will also see this as an opportunity to get 3 points. This season has not gone to plan for Seattle and they are currently near the bottom of the Western Conference. 

Seattle Sounders face many troubles at the present time, practically showing poor performance throughout the season. 

Colorado Rapids are in a state of significant crisis as well. The hosts won just one of the last 11 games. However used to dominate at home and make pressure on their rival. Games involving Colorado at home brings around 11 corners & 5.38 by them self. If I add that visitors usually concede around 4.27 corners than this pick seems like a wise choice. 

Numbers attached speak good enough for me to back home side.

 

Confrontation between Houston Dynamo (7th) and Los Angeles FC (3rd) at BBVA Compass Stadium (Houston). 

Within the framework of the celebration for Independence Day in the United States there is a match between two of the teams with the highest offensive capacity of the entire MLS, so a game with many goals is expected. 

After past run of Houston; lost three of their last four league matches, following a four-game unbeaten streak with three wins and a draw expect them to be super motivated today. 

Founded 3 years ago by a group of entrepreneurs, Los Angeles FC has a fairly well-functioning model with full infrastructure as well as long-term related conditions. LA FC won their third league game in a row as they drilled the Philadelphia Union 4-1 at home last weekend. Adama Diomande scored a hat-trick, superior performance. 

Both are machines in scoring, Dynamo have scored 13 goals in their last four home games while Los Angeles FC have netted ten in the last three matches overall. A high-scoring encounter is possible. 

Opta conviciend me also about scenario with corner kicks. Houston home games average 11.71 corners and Los Angeles FC away games average 9.44 corners. Taking only average from those number bring enough good odds to accept. 
 

 

Confrontation between Houston Dynamo (7th) and Los Angeles FC (3rd) at BBVA Compass Stadium (Houston). 

Within the framework of the celebration for Independence Day in the United States there is a match between two of the teams with the highest offensive capacity of the entire MLS, so a game with many goals is expected. 

After past run of Houston; lost three of their last four league matches, following a four-game unbeaten streak with three wins and a draw expect them to be super motivated today. 

Founded 3 years ago by a group of entrepreneurs, Los Angeles FC has a fairly well-functioning model with full infrastructure as well as long-term related conditions. LA FC won their third league game in a row as they drilled the Philadelphia Union 4-1 at home last weekend. Adama Diomande scored a hat-trick, superior performance. 

Both are machines in scoring, Dynamo have scored 13 goals in their last four home games while Los Angeles FC have netted ten in the last three matches overall. A high-scoring encounter is possible. 

Opta conviciend me also about scenario with corner kicks. Houston home games average 11.71 corners and Los Angeles FC away games average 9.44 corners. Taking only average from those number bring enough good odds to accept. 
 

 

This pairing is certainly one of the most exciting of the day.

Colombia’s biggest concern is the potential absence of James Rodríguez. Uncertain situation about James if he will recover on time, as far I know he is out for upcoming fixture. Colombia looked average against Senegal without James Rodriguez. It shows how important part of the Colombian side he is. 

England, after many years of disappointment, finally seems to be back to making a major event for positive. The British are better positioned across the board and have some alternatives on the bench that can give the game a change of direction. Anyhow, South Americas will aim to spoil the England party as the Three Lions dream of glory. Well-placed in central defense team so to unlock them England will need some free kicks and corners, they always gain couple and that will be a case today as well. 

 

Pair Sweden - Switzerland remained me battle between Croatia vs Denmark in order to style of play. Well balanced tie and kind of boring to watch I guess or let's say more likeable for tactician minded watchers. Intense and physically tough match, less eye-catching game of the round of 16. 

Swedish made for a positive surprise at this World Cup. With extremely destructive style of play against  between two roughly equal teams. For contrary Swiss showed more effective game and have gotten clinical with their opportunities to score.

Switzerland are going to be without their starting centre back and right back due to yellow cards.

The destructive style of the Scandinavians does not have to be liked, but so far has been quite successful. Even though I personally consider the battle less beautiful so first choice is lost balls which turn to goal kicks, missed shots again - goal kicks, and low amount of shots on target because both teams are defensively extremely stable and will not give anything. 

 

At the 2018 World Cup, Mina did not play in Colombia's opening 2-1 loss with Japan but started at centre back in the two remaining group stage games against Poland and Senegal.


A Yerry Mina header gives Colombia victory over Senegal, sending the South Americans through to the knock-out stages and eliminating Senegal at the 2018 World Cup.

He scored two goals and became a hero for Jose Pekerman's side, after experiencing a few months with little to no prominence under Ernesto Valverde, who doesn't count on him for next season.

Mina hasn't adapted well to the football played by the Catalan team and at present he also occupies a community spot that is now needed to make room for Arthur Melo.The defender will definitely leave this summer, so it's good news for Barcelona that Colombia - thanks to Mina - are doing well at this World Cup. For the club attempt 4 times only and get average 49 passes per game. In World Cup made 57 passes against France, 41 vs Uruguay and 49 vs Chile. AvgP in Russia is 49. 

Against England in the Round of 16, have been indebted to Mina for his decisive contributions. A lot of work and build actions after goal kick. 
 

The team of Roberto Martinez convinced so far at this FIFA World Cup. Belgium entered the knockout phase with an excellent record. The team of Roberto Martinez seems almost unstoppable. No doubt is far better team than Japan who played like crap against Poland when they heard Colombia scored (last 10 minutes). 

The backbone of the team is the strong defensive. The Samurai Blue with their will or not will be forced to defend in most of time which should turn to goal kicks after attempts to cross from flanks and missed shots.

The team of Roberto Martinez convinced so far at this FIFA World Cup. Belgium entered the knockout phase with an excellent record. The team of Roberto Martinez seems almost unstoppable. No doubt is far better team than Japan who played like crap against Poland when they heard Colombia scored (last 10 minutes). 

The backbone of the team is the strong defensive. The Samurai Blue with their will or not will be forced to defend in most of time which should turn to goal kicks after attempts to cross from flanks and missed shots.

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I have opted for this prognosis because I believe that Spain should done their homework in the knockout stage. Spanish team starts as a favorite for this game. It is true that so far has not convinced but both individually and as a collective game is superior than Russian set of players.

After uncertainties created around the Spanish team reflected on a pitch and classification on a group stage, Spain should give a blow but somehow surivived and got second chance from Lord. Spain selection can and should improve, focus more on wekness shown in defensive line and surpissing goalkeeper's position. 

Russia has lost clearly 3-0 to Uruguay, the truth that the match had not a lot of meaning and an early red card have left without options. Coach also decided to play with some substitutes undr the hottest day of the year coud not catch a breath. Whats more they also had some card holders who did not want to risk much. Russia llok okey would say, but despite home turf have nohing more in own adavatage.  

AOC CyberGamer Premier League Winter 2018  / Map2 14:00

Eight  teams fight for one of four spots at AOC CGPL Winter 2018 Finals. Grayhound number two in Australia placed first with 21 points is very close  to participate to another prized tournament. Freshly secured attend to  #IEM Shanghai 2018 at ChinaJoy. The ANZ qualifier for IEM Shanghai at ChinaJoy saw Grayhound come out on top in a convincing fashion. They took down ORDER in the semifinals, and Chiefs in the winners’ final, to once again meet the latter in the grand final. The team had a very impressive showing at this year’s IEM Sydney, where they eliminated SK Gaming from the tournament, and put up a good fight against later champions, FaZe Clan. 

GC well, what to say? numbers speak enough, without a win for long time even against really low ranked teams in ANZ. This is second map, let give favorite warm up on first map. SEcond should be EZ.

Artem DZYUBA is never first choice for coach, aged forward (29) with first appearance at a major tournament was UEFA EURO 2016. It is remarkable that Artem Dzyuba is back on the list of potential strikers for the Sbornaya, for two seasons he was never a first choice by Roberto Mancini in Zenit. Than he moved to lower ranked provincial club Arsenal Tula. 

First game get in instead Smolov in 70'. In second appearance vs Egypt got a chance from first minute but was switch in 79' of course by Smolov. Against Uruguay in game without a stake played whole period of time. If coach decide to give him a chance from first minute is more likely that will be replaced since he is not young anymore by his partner in second half. Of course there is no room for two strikes against superior Spanish NT. 

It was such a pleasure to watch how it has great quality in all areas of the field and very well planted defense, very safe. An incredible cooperation between the couple Modric - Rakitic with support of Brozovic and a great replacement as Kovacic and a lot of danger in attack with Perisic and a Mandzukic that creates danger in both areas, heading and shooting. Despite making numerous changes in starting lines up, Croatia defeated Iceland in the third and final day of the group stage . 

Denmark is a team that has shown little of play, weaker team in general term, Australian dominated them in the 2nd part and deserved something more than a point. 
On the other hand Denmark, where his star Eriksen is pulling the car is the only one shining asset in the whole composition. If you turn him off, Danish will be dead. 

Line 81.5% Passes Completed is consequence of average number from past 3 encounters, especially pumped because of 86% passes success in duel with Australia. Yet again against Peru got only 78%. Margin is tight but Croatia is uncomfortable to play and for sure a few times will cut Danish passes. For instance Iceland got only 71% against Croatia, even Argentina 80%! If we add Nigeria 76% than whole picture assume that Denmark have little chance to be so accurate with passing since more ball possession will stay on Croatia's side.

Physical match between two rock teams that can also reach the tie at the end of the 90 minutes. An equal match is expected in which the possession is somewhat superior to Portugal, that is what the betting houses say. I see it matched too. Many cuts and break leads to more addition minutes. Average is pretty high so far. 
 

The moment of truth arrived in this World Cup after poor games by involved those figures especially Argentina in huge pain suffered until the last minutes against Nigeria scap qualification to next stage. Also Spain and France struggled despite finishing as first group as Brazil. 

Argentina clearly dominates the possession, it has already been seen how the Albiceleste loves this, its coach Jorge Sampaoli seems that what his team has possession even if it is bland is cool. However this factor does not turn to scoring opportunities, good movement and strong defense brings troubles to find a space to attempt on goal. However since they realise it isn't their strong side maybe will allow France to take control and try in what they are better at, counter with fast players.. 

First great game of these eighth finals, in which I'm looking for Messi and Mbappé see a goal.

About Messi can not talk much more, we know very well that he is capable of the best and the worst. Since terrible display with Croatia his form increase, with his skill he may explode any time. In this game I think we will see the best version of Messi, or at least try and I do not have the slightest doubt that the star of Argentina will find a goal at least once, either a shot, penalty or free kick. 

Mbappe is the great promise of European football, even though he is already?.The easiest thing would be to look for Griezmann's shot, but I prefer to go with Kylian who will be super motivated since it is his first national tournament. The Argentine defense is not exactly strong point, they have the most "weak" players here that is why it should relative easy to find opportunities.