This is going to be a much sought-after game for a variety of reasons. Both England and Uruguay lost their opening fixtures. England’s defeat against Italy was widely anticipates – it now appears even destined. But Uruguay’s 1-3 defeat against Costa Rica remains one of the biggest upsets in World Cup 2014 so far. The loser is almost certain to bow out of the tournament. Another interesting point is that this match could witness Liverpool’s hero Louis Suarez clashing against his club team mates and good friends Steven Gerrard, Daniel Sturridge, Raheem Sterling and co.

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Individual battles will go the backdrop and the countries’ world cup aspiration will come to the fore as the match begins. England played pretty well than most expected in the defeat against Italy. Wayne Rooney was an absolute disappointment. But the young guard in the team gave a good account of themselves in that game.

On the other hand, Uruguay was downright dismal against Costa Rica on the other night. They lacked the spark that successful teams possess. They have players with good technical skills and ball control. But they failed to perform well as a unit.

Players

Suarez has not fully recovered from the injury, but he is expected to play. He is the one who can provide the spark that Uruguay badly needs. He is familiar with most of the defenders in the English ranks and has a good record against them.

England must ponder over the form of Rooney, who in his third world cup is still in search of the first world cup goal. Sterling, Sturridge, Danny Welbeck and Adam Lallana, who came out as a substitute, played well in the Italy game. It is in this young crop that the English fans will hinge their hopes.

Uruguay-England Prediction

Before their game against Costa Rica, Uruguay was a popular favourite. But that performance erased any positive vibes associated with them. England to win is the best selection for this match.

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