World Cup Soccer: Top Teams To Bet On 

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As always there are a few heavyweights participating in this year’s World Cup final in South Africa.
Let’s take a look at the top 10 in order of the teams that possess the tools necessary to bring World Cup glory to their respective country.
First on the list is Spain. The Red Fury is in great form and makes their return with the core of an impressive European Championship side of 2008. Their tight passing game and extended periods of possession are skillfully crafted and executed flawlessly and finished by the fearsome striker duo of Fernando Torres and David Villa. With Fabregas, Iniesta, and Xavi manning the midfield, this team is the one to beat.
Spain defends well as a team and has a top-notch goalkeeper in Casillas. By winning EURO 2008, Spain seemed to get the monkey off their backs in terms of a reputation for not performing at the international level.
If Spain loses before the semi-finals, it will be an upset.
As they say, “ if they English invented football the Brazilians perfected it.” The Samba Kings should be feeling confident after winning the 2009 Confederations Cup Championship, and with much of the same squad still on the pitch, should be prepared to win it all again. Although their team is loaded with options, the chemistry seems very good with Kaka working well with Robhino and Fabiano. The Brazilians work well under pressure, have a solid defensive posture and seem to be able to turn it up a level when they need to.
Don’t be surprised to see them lift the trophy once again.
If talent won titles, Argentina would have won a few World Cups over the last several years. Their performances have been very good at times, but even though they always boast one of the most potent sides in the tournament, there’s always that little something that seems missing. The current squad is no exception. They are loaded with talent such as Messi, Carlos Tevez, Javier Mascherano, and Inter’s Diego Milito.
It will be a plus having Maradona and Messi starting from the beginning, and could be the difference in this year’s outcome.
Known as one of the world’s soccer super powers, the English have been cursed by their inability to live up to their reputation. This year could bring big changes. They have a solid squad starting with their defense, and posses a world-class offense that includes players such as Gerrard, Lampard, and Rooney.
The Three Lions have reached the quarterfinals several times in the recent decade, and it would no surprise if they went on a run in 2010 and won it all.
France was probably the best team at World Cup in 2006, and was unlucky to lose to Italy in the final by penalty kicks. Les Bleus have a plethora of talent with Gallas, Ribery, and Thierry Henry. If Ribery, and Henry work well together and are on form, this could be the team to beat.
Next-door neighbors Germany often perform their best when it matters most. While this year’s squad is not the most talented, they are surely a team known for their resolve and determination. The Germans are  experienced and have had some international success over the last few years. Although they will be without captain Michael Ballack, the squad is stacked with the likes of Podolski, Schweinstager, and keeper Hans-Joerg Butt. They will be a lock to advance to the second round and from there will battle well with anyone that they meet. 
The Italians are the current World Cup holders so there will be additional pressure on the Azzurri to perform to expectations after an uninspiring qualifying campaign. After a brutal showing at Confederations Cup 2009, Italy have had some time to resolve their shortcomings in an effort to turn things around. Boss Marcello Lippi made several roster surprises, opting for youth over experience. 
Can this squad of youngsters lead the Italians to back-to-back titles?  Led by Fabio Cannavaro, the Italians will not give up their crown easily.
The Dutch may have one of the best chances. As usual they are stacked with great talent and will most likely show up on fire in South Africa. 
Like Spain, fans will be wondering if they will finish the tournament at the same level as the start. 
With Robben, van der Vaart, van Persie, Kuyt, and Inter’s Wesley Sneijder. The Oranje will match any team on technique and talent. Their exciting style of ball movement and possession football is always fun to watch. If their World Cup qualifying form is indicative of things to come, they should make a deep run. 
Rounding out the best of Europe is Portugal. Selecao das Quinas have qualified for its fifth World Cup appearance and will be searching for its first major prize in South Africa this summer. 
They have superb talent starting with international superstar Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo. There are four players in the squad from the Premier League, with Chelsea’s Paulo Ferreira, Ricardo Carvalho and Deco joined by Manchester United’s Nani. 
Portugal has been on the cusp if something big for the past couple World Cup Finals, and should not be dismissed when picking this year’s overall winner.
I could have plugged in about three teams in the ten spot, and although the USA had a humbling 2006 World Cup, there is no reason why they cannot advance deep into the tourney in South Africa this summer. The squad is a great mixture of youth and veterans as well as international talent.
Seventeen players are plying their trade in Europe, four in Major League Soccer and two at the Mexican club level.
A handful of their players easily could make the Best XI of a World Cup to include Landon Donovan, Jozy Altidore, Tim Howard, and Michael Bradley. The strength of the team is its defense, work rate, and athleticism. The counter-attacking style they used during the Confederations Cup is deadly.
This is the USA’s best squad since reaching the quarterfinals in 2002, and may be the first in history to advance into the finals.
So will it be one of the traditional powers, an emerging nation or a new rising team to triumph in South Africa?  One thing is for certain.
This year’s champions will have reached the pinnacle, only after conquering some of the greatest sides ever assembled in World Football history.

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