World Cup Day 4

Netherlands 2-0 Denmark

The Dutch struggled against a solid Danish side and if it weren't for a very fortunate O.G. and the introduction of the young Elia this looked destined for a 0-0. The Danish lacked ambition even when behind which made it very comfortable for the men on orange

What I learned about Netherlands: Elia looks like a real prospect
What I learned about Denmark: Any team that is reliant on Niklas Bendtner up front is in trouble


Japan 1-0 Cameroon

A turgid, stodgy affair that saw a defensive Japan come up against a lethargic Cameroon. It took until the 80th minute for Cameroon to try and take the initiative against an ever hardworking opponent but the best they could muster was a long range shot that came off the bar.

What I learned about Japan: They seem to play 4-6-0 at times!
What I learned about Cameroon: Eto'o on the wing doesn't work for them


Italy 1-1 Paraguay

The dearth of creativity on show was depressing especially from the holders. Bar a goalkeeping error they would never have equalised.

What I learned about Italy: Their traditional slow start is as evident as ever
What I learned about Paraguay: Hopefully there's more to come from them