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5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Nobody: 12:19pm On Jun 25, 2018
Jarus



This week the last round of group stage matches will be played in the ongoing Russia 2018 world cup. Only 16 teams - top two in each group -  will make it to the next stage, while the remaining 16 go home. The first and second places have been decided in some of the groups, but same cannot be said in other groups. As the final round of matches starts today, I highlight the games the world anticipates most.



1, Nigeria vs Argentina


This is arguably the most anticipated match of the final round of matches - because Argentina is involved, because Messi is involved. Messi badly needs the world cup to add to his trophy cabinet. Some analysts have said they can't put him in the exclusive class of Maradona, Pele and Zidane until he wins the world cup. Now, that's arguable. But getting eliminated in group stage would be disaster, in any case. Losing - or even playing a draw - against Nigeria and not making it out of group stage will be the lowest point in his career. Can Messi avert this embarrassment? The world waits.

2, Iceland vs Croatia


The world does not anticipate this match because of the direct countries involved, but because of the indirect party - Argentina! Again, this match is critical because the fate of Argentina in this embarrassing run depends not only on the Argentina game but also on this game. Winning Nigeria will not be enough for Argentina if Iceland beats Croatia by a wide margin. If Iceland beats Croatia by just a goal margin, Argentina will have to beat Nigeria by at least 2 goal margin to stand a chance. Tough luck, Albiceleste. 



3, England vs Belgium

This match has no bearing on the qualifications as both teams have already made it to the second round. This match is not looked forward to because of the dynamics of the group but the anticipation started the moment the fixture was done. Both teams have had an easy run so far, but this will be their first real test in this world cup. It could also be a battle between Lukaku and Kan who are both gunning for the top scorer in world cup. 

4, Senegal vs Colombia

When one had thought Senegal would have an easy run given the result of their first game, they put themselves in trouble after making Japan come back twice in their second match. Now, they risk not making it out of the group. To make matters worse, they are playing against a resurgent Colombian team. Colombia was highly rated before this match but their first game loss put them in trouble. They came back smoking in their second game and got an emphatic 3 nil win over Poland. Now, Senegal is facing a wounded lion who need victory at all cost. The bad news for Senegal is, Colombia has the quality. A draw will be enough to Senegal, but can't they stand the rampaging South Americans? The world anticipates.

5, Sweden vs Mexico

This is another tricky match - not because of the parties involved, but the party that is not directly involved but will be affected by the outcome. That is Germany. Germany currently shares second position with Sweden in the group - both on same points, goals, and goals difference. Actually, Germany is on second position only based on head to head with Sweden, which is good for them. Winning their last game against group whipping boys, South Korea, is also not the problem for Germany, the problem is Sweden winning Mexico, which has already qualified and has nothing to lose, by a margin wider than the margin Germany gets over South Korea. If that happens, the head to head will not be the decider, but the superior goal difference of Sweden. That sounds far fetched, but Germany should watch it. It will be a disaster if Germany fails to go beyond group stage given the pre-tournament rating. The world waits. 

http://www.opinions.ng/5-most-anticipated-world-cup-round-3-matches/

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Benfaco: 2:48pm On Jun 25, 2018
Nigeria to draw with Argentina
Senegal to draw with Colombia
Belgium beats England
Iceland to draw with Croatia
Sweden draw with Mexico
Portugal to trash Iran grin


Like for Musa. Share for Messi grin

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by lilfreezy: 2:48pm On Jun 25, 2018
Remove England vs Belgium and put Iran vs Portugal undecided

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Laple0541(m): 2:48pm On Jun 25, 2018
This is the Nigeria match I hate to watch most, those angry Argentina lions could be so deadly, THE LORD IS NIGERIA'S SHEPHERD,..for Senegal, I think whatever happens to them, they are the architect of their fate, they should have qualified yesterday but slept off, Germany will qualify come what may, England will top their group.

Btw, where is that foolish pig that predicted Nigeria and Argentina for the Semi's.....obviously either or both will be out tomorrow.

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by 9jvirgin(m): 2:48pm On Jun 25, 2018
Permutation and Combination, Probability and Forecasting, all game of chance grin

When I talk of Soccer at work, my colleagues here think I have a problem sad as a matter of fact, they look at me like an uncivilized fellow. cry

What they are concerned about is Superbowl, NBA draft, Steven Curry, Lebron James etc. What do I do

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by IamAlexander: 2:48pm On Jun 25, 2018
Nice one
Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Mathematical(f): 2:48pm On Jun 25, 2018
wink

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by y0rmee: 2:48pm On Jun 25, 2018
Ok
Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by momodub: 2:48pm On Jun 25, 2018
Na so
Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by redcliff: 2:49pm On Jun 25, 2018
that nigeria vs argentina be like jesus second coming.

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by McBrooklyn(m): 2:49pm On Jun 25, 2018
Teaser4:
[s]Argentina go murder Nigeria...e go clear for Una eyes soon[/s]

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by ZealReal: 2:49pm On Jun 25, 2018
Bleep Argetina , Bleep Messi !

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by fourhayz: 2:49pm On Jun 25, 2018
I see Senegal vs Colombia and Sweden vs Mexico as the Toughest....Anyone that wins the Senegal game will qualify so it will be a Do or Die affair,For the sweden vs Mexico if any of them lose and Germany wins they are officially out so them go fight till 90min grin

Belgium and England are only fighting for 1st and 2nd.

And for Nigeria vs Argentina-Let the Best team win.

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by DavSagacity(m): 2:49pm On Jun 25, 2018
Nigeria go qualify. Argentina will play under serious pressure after having a single point from possible 6 points. All the super Eagles need to do is to break them on the counter through the pace of AM7(Ahmed Musa) and Ogenekaro Etebo.

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by SheikhMuniru(m): 2:50pm On Jun 25, 2018
EGYPT VS MOROCCO
Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by zombieHUNTER: 2:50pm On Jun 25, 2018
Messi and Argentina will use Nigeria for dinner

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by bobaydavid(m): 2:50pm On Jun 25, 2018
Nigeria will come out victoriously, that am confident on.

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by helphelp: 2:50pm On Jun 25, 2018
I'm so fearing that game

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by maak400: 2:50pm On Jun 25, 2018
Like for super eagles to beat Argentina

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Teaser4(m): 2:50pm On Jun 25, 2018
Argentina go murder Nigeria...e go clear for Una eyes soon

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Giddymoney(m): 2:50pm On Jun 25, 2018
grin

How Buhari will welcome Naija at the airport after Argentina match

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by gabazin080(m): 2:50pm On Jun 25, 2018
let's just prepare for the return of the eagle's

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by sogodihno: 2:51pm On Jun 25, 2018
This story no concern me, what I know is that we are beating Argentina tomorrow.

We just need to be dedicated and not fear them. If messi can't do anything against Poland, he can't do anything against us.

Eagles, Nigerians are with you, make us proud.

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Koolking(m): 2:51pm On Jun 25, 2018
You failed to mention Group E

Brazil 4pts
Switzerland 4pts
Serbia pts 3

If Brazil lose to Serbia in their next game, they are out

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Donkaz(m): 2:51pm On Jun 25, 2018
sengal needs to step up
Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by BrutusOj(m): 2:52pm On Jun 25, 2018
Messi badly need the world cup like Argentina look like people who will go beyond the group stage or knock out stage
Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Tomoyayi(m): 2:52pm On Jun 25, 2018
Well win, lose or draw it's all good.
Dis world cup get as e be

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by McAausim: 2:52pm On Jun 25, 2018
All I know is Nigeria will win..... cheesy

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Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Authoreety: 2:52pm On Jun 25, 2018
Ibin
Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Slapsticker: 2:52pm On Jun 25, 2018
Okay!
Re: 5 Most Anticipated World Cup Round 3 Matches by Nobody: 2:53pm On Jun 25, 2018
We are waiting to watch

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