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late Goals  After the excitement of Group E and the stunning turn of events, the fate of Group F is awaited with equal anticipation. Will the Brazilians learn the hard way that every game is different, every World Cup is different and that maybe the world has seen too many finals with the boys in yellow and blue?

Brazil is bracing to meet Australia in a match-up that can in the blink of an eye disrupt the widely expected result – a win for Brazil. Opening on the money line at (-500), Brazil is a hefty favorite against Australia, opening on the money line at (+1000). If the outcome of Group E is an indication of a shifting tide of events at the World Cup finals, then the bet on the underdogs, Australia, is one that should be considered. If not just for the huge payout a bet on the underdogs would yield on the off-chance that they could unsettle the darlings of football. Perhaps an unfortunate notion for the world of football; but a fortune for the lucky bettor.

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Also a tempting bet is the draw opening on the money line at (+450). Although at this stage of the finals playing for the one point draw would not be the ideal result for any team, seeing that power house Italy drew 1-1 with the United States in a match that could have secured them a first place finish in Group E, a draw finish remains a real possibility in Brazil’s match-up with Australia. Indeed a bet to consider.

Brazil was not exactly dazzling in its opening match against a tentative Croatia, delivering at best a tepid 1-0 win. Star striker Ronaldo seemed relatively bored on the field, displaying no interest in the match and refusing to take part in any attacks. Save for a mistake in Croatia’s defense that resulted in the lone goal of the match, Brazil’s lackluster performance surely did not have Australia quaking in their boots for their upcoming clash. Perhaps Brazil should take heed of the events in Group E, for the young and enthusiastic Australians arriving at the world stage after a long absence may have something to prove at this World Cup finals - and what better way to make a statement than to defeat the defenders of the 2002 FIFA World Cup title!

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As for Croatia, its next match-up offers them an opportunity to get on the scoreboard. A win for Croatia, opening as the favorite at (-175), is a must if it wishes to keep its World Cup campaign alive. Croatia can take some comfort in the knowledge that Japan showed key defensive flaws in their opening match that finished in a 3-1 loss to Australia. While Croatia did lose to Brazil, they demonstrated their ability to create offensive chances against the number one ranked team while at the same time containing Brazil's scoring opportunities. By no means is it an exaggeration to claim that the odds are decidedly against Japan, opening at (+500) on the money line, and in favor of Croatia, making Croatia on the money line the best bet for the best value.