World Cup 2022

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14. Day 4

Unlike Day 3, Day 4 promises better matchups.


Morocco - Croatia

Croatia offers a more experienced, yet aging, group. Morocco has players who play in Europe, but not quite the names that Croatia does. Expect Croatia to squeak by against a Morocco team that will play the counterattack game.


Germany - Japan

Two of the most disciplined sides in the tournament. Interest will be on perennial powerhouse Germany to see how they start. Japan won’t give up with several players who play for German clubs.


Spain - Costa Rica

Given the talent Spain always brings to the WC, they seem to underachieve more often than not. This year, they’re stacked with talent that would make any side jealous. CR lacking the talent they’ve had in the past. Spain should cruise.


Belgium - Canada

A Belgium side loaded with talent but on the backside of their careers. Canada was the surprise of CONCACAF and will want to have a good showing. Should be fun to see what Davies can do. But Belgium has De Bruyne and company.