We are already in the final stretch of the women's world championship.
In the quarterfinals we have:
SPAIN vs NETHERLANDS
JAPAN vs SWEDEN
AUSTRALIA vs FRANCE
ENGLAND vs COLOMBIA
I selected the teams that I think have the best chances of reaching the semi-finals. In your opinion, who do you think will win in the quarterfinals?
My prediction that we will see only European teams in semifinal. I know that Sweden aren't favorites against Japan, but IMO it's very similar level teams and extra time and penalties is likely scenario too.
But there was so many upsets already that I have no idea what to expect from 1/4 finals.
It's too bad that Spain - Netherlands will start at 4:00 AM local time for me. It should great game and it's sad that I will have to miss it. I will follow Japan - Sweden game at work.
I didnt get to see Spain v Netherlands at 2am either. Its Spain who go through with a
2-1 win. Reading a match report with some stats reveals that Spain created more chances
on target with more possession than the Netherlands and where the Dutch were lacking
was up front. They played a counter-attacking style but really struggled on front of goal.
So there goes my second team and my bet.
Japan v Sweden up next and I'm still sticking with Sweden,
I agree also that it will be European teams into the semi finals.