The Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup is upon us and there have been a lot of predictions made.
Most chatter has been about the potential winner of the World Cup in Qatar, we are going to touch on that but first, we want to talk about the 3 unlikely teams who could win the Qatar 2022 World Cup.
The favorites to win the competition are Brazil, Argentina, Germany, Spain, France, Belgium, and to a lesser extent England. But here are 3 National teams most don’t expect to, but they just might win the Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup.
Here are the top 10 favorites to win the golden boot at the world cup
3. Denmark
Denmark has quietly assembled a squad of some of the most efficient footballers you will see at the Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup. They boast of an incredibly gifted frontline and a solid team to support and push them forward.
In goal, they are spoilt for choices as they have both Kasper Schmeichel and Fredrick Rannow. Kasper is a legendary goalie who earned his reputation saving Leicester every week, he was a huge force in establishing Leicester as a force to be reckoned with in the Premier League.
Frederick Rannow has been a mainstay in the union Berlin side that has shocked the world are currently 5th in the Bundesliga, he will provide stiff competition.
In defense, the likes of Simon Kjaer of AC Milan, Joachim Andersen of Crystal Palace, Joakim Maehle of Atalanta, Andreas Christensen of Barcelona, Rasmus Kristensen of Leeds United, Jens Stryger Larsen of Trabzonspor, Victor Nelsson of Galatasaray, Daniel Wass of Brondby have all been called up in what looks like a really tight back line.
In midfield, they have picked Thomas Delaney, Mathias Jensen, Christian Eriksen, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, and Christian Norgaard in what forms a solid but also dynamic attacking midfield.
In attack the likes of Andreas Cornelius , Martin Braithwaite , Kasper Dolberg , Mikkel Damsgaard , Jonas Wind, Yussuf Poulsen.
Kasper Dolberg will be interesting to watch as on his da he’s a demon and when you combine that with Eriksen’s range of passing it could be a partnership to watch in the World Cup.
Key Players: Christian Eriksen, Kasper Dolberg, Pierre-Emile Hojberg, Kasper Schmeichel, Andreas Christensen, Joakim Maehle
2. Portugal
Portugal has one of the most talented squads in this tournament. They have managed to get a fine blend of youthful exuberance and experience.
They boast of names like Joao Felix, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rafael Leao, and Andre Silva in their frontline and that spells danger for most defenses at the Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup.
Their midfield is enforced with players like Joao Palhinha, Matheus Nunes, William Carvalho, Ruben Neves, Bruno Fernandes, Joao Mario, Bernardo Silva, Vitinha, and Otavio. The defensive base and the attacking options are balanced out which is a result of longevity.
Santos has had the opportunity to test, select and fine-tune his squad to his taste, something most managers, unfortunately, don’t have.
Their defense boasts of Joao Cancelo, Diogo Dalot, Nuno Mendes, Ruben Dias, Antonio Silva, Pepe, Raphael Guerreiro, and Danilo Pereira. The experience of Pepe should counter the forward forays of Joao Cancelo and Raphael Guerreiro.
Portugal is in a very interesting group with Ghana, Uruguay, and South Korea, given the number of world-class players in those teams, I expect fireworks.
Key Players: Ronaldo, Bernado Silva, Bruno Fernandes, Rafael Leao, Pepe , and Joao Cancelo
1. Netherlands
The Netherlands is a big threat to those six favorites I mentioned at the beginning. The squad is oozing with class and bursting with talent.
The defense is looking impregnable on paper with world beaters Virgil Van Dijk, Nathan Ake, and Matthijs De Ligt all present.
The midfield is star-studded with ex-goldenboy Frenkie de Jong alongside Davy Klaassen, Marten de Roon, and future star Xavi Simons in a midfield that offers so much technical proficiency with a sprinkle of magic.
Louis Van Gaal has entrusted his goal-scoring to the likes of Luuk de Jong, Noa Lang, Steven Bergwijn, Memphis Depay, Wout Weghorst, and Cody Gakpo.
Cody Gakpo will be a treat for unsuspecting fans as the 23-year-old dutchman has been one of the hottest players on the planet, he has produced 9 goals and 12 assists in 14 games this season, and he seems ready to replicate it on the Worlds biggest stage the Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup.
Key Players: Virgil van Dijk, Matthijs de ligt, Cody Gakpo, Memphis Depay, and Frankie De Jong.
