With the Netherlands already guaranteed a spot through, and Cameroon effectively out of the tournament, this match will come down to pride versus form. Cameroon, having lost both group games against Japan and Denmark, will be playing purely for pride infront a large home crowd. Their captain Samuel Eto will be itching to pull a victory against group leaders the Netherlands. The Netherlands have to options of play for tonights game. They will either rest starting players and field a younger less experienced team or, according to their coach, treat this game as importantly as the first two.
Cameroon: With pride on the line they look set to follow in the footsteps of South Africa, who beat France 2-1 while failing to move on to the second stage. With only a few key players they look set to capitalize on any defensive mistakes, as they did against Denmark.
What to look for: A very offensive 1st half aiming to break down the Netherlands defense early and poaching any opportunities that arise in the 2nd half.
The Netherlands: Already qualified the Netherlands look to maintain their winning form. Their coach expects nothing but a win. With a guaranteed spot in the second round it is possible that they will play relaxed which might be benefitial for them. The clear favourites to win their starting line up will be an idication of how they aim to approach this game.
What to look for: A full forced Holland team looking to dominate Cameroon with star player Robben sitting on the bench looking likely to see some game time.
Prediction: While the South African team defeated the French, they defeated a low morale, poor performing team. Cameroon looks to duplicate that success but the Netherlands are on form and aim to continue their success. 2-0 victory for the Netherlands.
Cameroon: With pride on the line they look set to follow in the footsteps of South Africa, who beat France 2-1 while failing to move on to the second stage. With only a few key players they look set to capitalize on any defensive mistakes, as they did against Denmark.
What to look for: A very offensive 1st half aiming to break down the Netherlands defense early and poaching any opportunities that arise in the 2nd half.
The Netherlands: Already qualified the Netherlands look to maintain their winning form. Their coach expects nothing but a win. With a guaranteed spot in the second round it is possible that they will play relaxed which might be benefitial for them. The clear favourites to win their starting line up will be an idication of how they aim to approach this game.
What to look for: A full forced Holland team looking to dominate Cameroon with star player Robben sitting on the bench looking likely to see some game time.
Prediction: While the South African team defeated the French, they defeated a low morale, poor performing team. Cameroon looks to duplicate that success but the Netherlands are on form and aim to continue their success. 2-0 victory for the Netherlands.
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