This is the first game from Group G, which is the 7th groups out of 8.
This can be also called the group of death, due to the fact that two leaders are in it Brazil and Portugal, and Cote d’Ivore is also not to be neglected.
Of course the biggest disappointment here would be the absence of Diddier Drogba, who was injured in a friendly game against Japan.
However this will not stop the Elephants to strive victory tomorrow. Of course they are aware of Christiano Ronaldo, and Kolo Toure the new promoted captain due to Drogba missing will have the hard responsibility to guard him.
Here’s what Ronaldo said about the game “Winning this game would make things much easier for us in terms of progressing in the competition. I want to be on top form so as to be recognized as the tournament’s best player, and to help the team to move forward,”
So what’s to expect from this game in terms of betting?
To be honest I expect a comfortable victory for Portugal here. Although the odds are quite high, which means that they will probably face difficulties, and the fact they had to play play-offs to qualify, I believe they will shut everyone’s mouth tomorrow and stop all of the underestimation.
Ivory Coast is a wonderful team, but during the Cup of the nations I saw them get beaten with a good strategy, and without Drogba I expect the team to be missing a lot of forward power. With Ronaldo’s will to shine, I am expecting him to put a lot of effort in this game and come out victorious.
Prediction: “Portugal – win” Odds: 2.25 Bookmaker: Bet365.com
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