Hosts Brazil had a fortuitous opening win against Croatia, thanks to assistance with a poor refereeing decision. The Brazilians failed to show the host favourites tag when they played Mexico, who to be honest could have beaten Brazil had they taken their opportunities.
Uruguay opened up their campaign with a shock 3-1 defeat against Costa Rica. Pre World Cup was all about Suarez and will he be fit. He made the bench but didn't play. The problem was in the end, sloppy play, sloppy defending and red mist. The possible South American dark horses looked far from being a threat and England may very well take three points in the winner stays in group match.
England who played well in defeat could really go somewhere should they get out the group stages. The way things are going anything could happen and predictions could be thrown right out the window.
It's either that the Dutch or those calm as anything Germans.