World Cup Match 13 Preview

Ivory Coast v Portugal for me is the match of the day.  It opens up the "Group Of Death" and will be a hard fought close encounter.  Didier Drogba will be hoping to play in a cast after breaking his arm in a friendly and if he plays then the Ivory Coast have a chance.  It'll be interesting to see what Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo can do with the new "rounder" ball from 20 yards out.  So far this tournament a lot has been said about the ball but I haven't seen much swerve on it but if anyone can take advantage it'll be Ronaldo.  If I had to choose a winner I would have to go for Ivory Coast as they have the strikers that can punish any lapse in concentration with the likes of Aruna Dindane,  Drogba and Kalou of Chelsea.  This will be an entertaining game.


Head To Head: No Previous Meeting


Last Meeting: None


Best Odds: Ivory Coast 13/5, Draw 23/10, Portugal 5/4


Verdict: 2-1