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World Cup 2018: Denmark vs Australia Preview

World Cup 2018: Denmark vs Australia Preview From Samara Arena
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World Cup 2018: Denmark vs Australia Preview

Samara, Russia – Denmark is looking to cement a win that would give them some cushion in Group C as they take on Australia. On the other hand, the Socceroos are coming off a defeat against France and are motivated to stay in the fight.

Nevertheless, Denmark were completely outplayed by Peru at different periods of the match. However, a missed penalty shot by Peru gave them the victory. The Danish will be prepare as they have momentum on their side.

This game is vital for Australia. They need to score and will need to score quick in order to take a lead and secure their first win. Their biggest threat continues to be 38-year-old Tim Cahill.

On the other side, Denmark’s key man is undoubtedly play-maker Christian Eriksen. The Tottenham star scored 11 goals in 12 qualifiers. This includes a hat-trick against Republic of Ireland.

Lineups:

Denmark: Kasper Schmeichel; Henrik Dalsgaard, Jens Stryger Larsen, Simon Kjaer, Andreas Christensen, Lasse Schone, Thomas Delaney, Christian Eriksen, Nicolai Jorgensen, Pione Sisto and Yussuf Poulsen.

Australia: Mathew Ryan; Mark Milligan, Matthew Leckie, Robbie Kruse, Andrew Nabbout, Aaron mooy, Mile Jedinak, Aziz Behich, Josh Risdon, Trent Sainsbury, Tom Rogic

Prediction:

Denmark will score first and have several goals at the end of the match which will give them the victory over Australia.

Denmark 3 – 1 Australia

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