FIFA World Cup 2010 Denmark Versus Japan Preview Thursdays group E clash between Denmark and Japan

n will decide who will accompany Holland towards the round of 16, from the group. For Japan, a mere draw will suffice, as they've a superior objective distinction compared with Denmark. For Denmark to qualify, only a win would do. Denmark lost in their initial match against Holland. In their second match against Cameroon, they conceded an early lead when Samuel Eto'o scored off a pass from Pierre Webb. The 6'4" tall Nicklas Bendtner levelled the score for Denmark, within the 32nd minute, off a cross from Dennis Rommedahl. Thereafter, Denmark squandered numerous probabilities, until Rommedahl got a left-footer in. Rommedahl impressed on the day, relying for help on Jon Dahl Tomasson and Bendtner, whilst Sorensen did an effective job in goal. Manager Morten Olsen would anticipate better finishing against Japan. Japan played against Holland hoping to carry the momentum of a win against Cameroon. In the first half they succeeded in checking the Dutch, largely, But Wesley Sneijder scored in the 52nd minute to help Holland go 1-0 up. Thereafter Japan changed to a more aggressive game strategy but missed out on numerous opportunities. Keisuke Honda had a second successive great game, and the defenders Tanaka and Nakazawa stood out, relying on midfield protection from Endo and Hasabe. Japans discipline and organization were exemplary, along with a repeat performance will stand them in good stead against the Danish team. Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner was very effective for Holland within the Cameroon game, and will hope to do the job once more, against a much more defensive and disciplined Japan. Midfielder Daisuke Matsui will have a essential role to play if Japan are to prevail over Denmark. He has to give right flank support to Honda. He might also have to back track and defend. All in all, he will need to maintain busy. Denmark Coach Morton Olsen is likely to persist with an unchanged side. Bendtner will probably be striker, with support from Rommedahl and Tomasson. Christian Poulsens will lead the midfield, having a powerful defensive cordon at the rear, comprising Daniel Agger and Simon Kjaer. Japans manager Takeshi Okada is most likely to remain with an unchanged technique, revolving about striker Okubo, with up front assistance from Honda, when required. Skipper Makoto Hasabe have to control the centre of the park. This really is going to be a hard fought game, both teams knowing how essential a win on the day might be to their fortunes in the tournament. A great contest is in store between a good attacking side along with a organized defensive one. By on most popular manga