Portugal vs. Brazil – Brazil Will Over Power Portugal

Portugal can’t afford to lose but Brazil look unstoppable. Al Dannity says it’s time to get ready for an explosive conclusion to the opening round of the World Cup.

Anything you can do, I can do better
In a sane and rational world we’d all be ably to safely assume Portugal’s 7-0 win over North Korea was enough to punch its ticket to the second round. This World Cup has been neither so expect sparks to fly. Portgual and Brazil kick off at the same time as the game between Ivory Coast and North Korea. If Ivory Coast somehow matches Portugal’s efforts against North Korea, then it’s going to be an absorbing morning of Soccer. The only way Portugal can be certain of going through is to not lose this game. I expect a defensive struggle from the outset with Portugal determined not to take any risks. Keep that in mind for World Cup betting and consider backing a draw at half-time.

The Wild Card Factor
The mentalities of both teams entering this game will have changed radically since the start of the tournament. Before the World Cup started this game was a must win for Brazil and Portugal as neither wanted to get Spain in the second round. The chaos in Spain’s group however means the pressure is off on that front as neither team will be sure what result, if any, would mean a date with Spain in the knockout rounds.

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This makes it advantage Brazil. With the pressure off, having already qualified, Brazil will be able to mix it up on the pitch and dictate the pace. The consequences of the result are irrelevant for Dunga’s team, this will be a huge psychological boost to the tournament favorites.

Look to the front
Brazil presents a tactical nightmare to opponents. Attack too hard and they catch you on the break. Sit too deep and they will just toy with you until they find room to break through, and when they do it’s explosive. We saw what Luis Fabiano can do when Brazil beat Ivory Coast and I like the striker to score first at +500 with Sports Interaction. It will take time for Brazil to crack the Portugal defense but when they do I expect them to add a second. This game will be tense and once Brazil score, Portugal will be forced to abandon its game plan and unleash its midfield in pursuit of an equalizer. That will leave gaps at the back and Brazil will strike again. I like a 2-0 win for Brazil in this game.