The Socceroos have been spectacular of their 1-0 win over Tunisia, however Denmark stay the favourites for this must-win sport.
Who: Denmark vs Australia, Group D
The place: Al Janoub Stadium
When: Wednesday, November 30, 6pm (15:00 GMT)
FIFA Rating: Denmark (10), Australia (38)
Denmark had been many individuals’s darkish horses at this World Cup. An unfortunate semi-final Euro 2020 exit and a string of spectacular ends in the build-up to the World Cup, together with wins over France within the Nations League, had created a way of pleasure round this Danish workforce.
Nevertheless, expectations plummeted as they have been bullied and outplayed in patches throughout their goalless first sport towards Tunisia. It was a disjointed efficiency from the Danes, who struggled to get any foothold within the sport.
On Saturday, they carried out a lot better towards reigning world champions France, who needed to depend on their star striker Kylian Mbappé to rescue them. Denmark have been unfortunate to lose the sport 2-1 and will probably be extremely motivated to beat an Australian aspect that may be exhausted after their heroic exploits towards Tunisia.
The Socceroos misplaced their first match 4-1 to France however bounced of their second fixture to beat Tunisia 1-0 in a spirited efficiency filled with grit and willpower.
The helter-skelter match was brimming with ardour from each side. The vast majority of the gang was behind Tunisia, however the Socceroos confirmed no concern within the intimidating ambiance. In the long run, a Mitchell Duke header separated the 2 groups and gave Australia an energy-sapping however morale-boosting win.
Denmark will welcome again their stalwart in defence, Simon Kjaer, who missed the sport towards France by way of damage. However it’s not all excellent news. Thomas Delaney has been dominated out for the remainder of the World Cup. The Sevilla participant has been a cornerstone of the Danish midfield for years offering cowl to their defence; he will probably be missed.
Denmark and Australia have solely scored three targets between them over two video games, so targets may be at a premium right now. Each groups are defensively organised, and for all their expertise, Denmark lack a world-class striker. Andreas Cornelius, the F C Copenhagen striker, has didn't get off the mark to date this match and missed a gilt-edged probability towards Tunisia, inexplicably heading towards the submit from point-blank vary.
The 2 groups met on the 2018 World Cup, with the sport ending in a 1-1 draw. A repeat of that end result would knock Denmark out of the present version.
Denmark want a win. If Tunisia additionally win their remaining sport, towards France, it's going to all come right down to aim distinction, with each the Danes and the Tunisians stage on 4 factors.
Australia have a neater path. A win would see them progress to the final 16, however so would a draw if Tunisia lose their match to France.
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