England, Paraguay, Trinidad y Tobago, Sweden
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Group B
England, Paraguay, Trinidad y Tobago, Sweden.
Unfortunately, one of the most expected players to be seen in Germany
2006 is injured. England with the unexpected injury of Rooney on April
26th lost a key player.
Just around the corner of there debut, Owen appears to be injured and
English coach Eriksson, changed his formation to be on the top of the
group as expected. Sweden coach Lars Lagerback was backing England to
emerge as genuine contenders to lift the World Cup, but he may now view
the top spot in Group B to be within his side's grasp.
Drawn in Group B, Paraguayans have been given little chance of getting
the results expected against England in Frankfurt, especially after
three unimpressive matches in Europe; which began with draws in Norway
and Denmark. Any how, Paraguay appears to be silent and positive as
they fly to Europe much more convinced, that a spot for them is waiting
in that group. His 4-4-2 formation is set in stone, defensive but very
steady to their goals for this coming World Cup. Knowing their opening
match against England is a key game for passing to the next round;
Coach Anibal Ruiz said on Thursday that Paraguay's star striker Roque
Santa Cruz will be fit to face England in their opening FIFA World Cup
2006 match.
Germany 2006 will be Sweden's eleventh World Cup foray the relatively
small Scandinavian country with a population of 8.8 million have a very
good record at World Cup tournaments. They will start their journey
keeping in mind that they could represent much more after a poor
participation in Korea-Japan. The Swedes will expect to progress from
the Group B and will not fear England which has a long history and a
fantastic record against.
Trinidad and Tobago, ranked 47 by FIFA, had to call in a late
replacement for midfielder Silvio Spann; it is the second change for
coach Leo Beenhakker who also sacrificed midfielder Anthony Rougier.
Knowing that, this national team is short of resources at their
disposal; they are aware that it won't be easy but positive that they
will try to get any point necessary to represent within this group in
the World Cup.
Sports betting fans go for England as big favorites for round 2 and as
first to qualify. Taking in consideration that anything can happen and
it's not easy. Paraguay and Sweden could have their own fight for
that second space; any how, Paraguay is the most likely to join the
England crew.