So, the round robin is over, and the round of 16 begins tomorrow. I successfully picked 12 of the 16 teams that went through. In Group A, Equador went through instead of Poland, in Group H, Ukraine (is STRONG!) went through instead of Tunesia, and I got E completely wrong as Italy and Ghana finished ahead of the Czechs and USA. So, here are my picks for the next round.
Germany vs. Equador - Germany wins. The home field advantage is just too much.
Argentina vs. Mexico - As much as I hate to pick them, Argentina is too impressive so far... They win handily.
England vs. Equador - I pick England, but they aren't looking great so far this tournament. But they should have enough to beat Equador.
Portugal vs. The Netherlands - Are you kidding? Portugal is a mere speed hump on Holland's path. Although, in seriousness, it'll be a good game since they're both strong teams.
Italy vs. Australia - I want nothing more (beside the Netherlands winning it all) than for Australia to win this one. I pick the Socceroos.
Switzerland vs. Ukraine - The Ukraine is not weak... The Ukraine is STRONG! (Hey! The same joke twice in one post... I'm getting my money's worth) However, kudos to the Swiss for finishing atop their group over France. The Swiss move on.
Brazil vs. Ghana - I think the African teams are the most entertaining to watch. However, the last remaining African team faces the defending champions, and Brazil should advance. Now, I'm off to locate Ghana on a map.... Hey! There it is, right between Cote d'Ivoire and Togo... That region had a lot of teams.
Spain vs. France - This could be the match to look forward to, but France certainly hasn't impressed. They certainly have the talent to win, but I'm going with Spain for this one.
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