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France vs Nigeria Prediction & Betting Tips - World Cup
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After two dazzling wins against Honduras (3-0) and Switzerland (5-2), the French team paced themselves in their last match to secure a draw that guaranteed first place in Group E ahead of Ecuador (0-0). Against Nigeria in the last 16, Didier Deschamps' men will need to quickly rediscover their collective strength and play the expansive game that has been their strength so far. Because after a disappointing first match against Iran (0-0), the African champions have stepped up their game to beat the Bosnians (1-0), before giving the Argentinians a major scare (lost 3-2). Defensively strong, rugged in their tackling and very dangerous up front, thanks to their trio of Musa, Emenike and Odemwingie, the "Super Eagles" won't be writing off their chances in Brasilia. Will Les Bleus pull off a big performance to secure their place in the quarter-finals?
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France - Nigeria Key Points
- Nigeria hadn't conceded a single goal before their last match against Argentina and finally showed some flaws in this sector (lost 3-2). This is reassuring for the French team.
- France have won 6 of their last 8 matches.
- The Nigerians have never made it past the last 16 in a World Cup tournament before and are generally lacking in experience - especially in defence. The young central defensive pairing of Yobo (Norwich) and Oshaniwa (Ashdod, Israel) could soon crumble in such a match…
- Didier Deschamps had the luxury of being able to rest several key players in France's last match against Ecuador. And we all know that freshness - both physical and mental - plays a decisive role in the World Cup.
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Our France vs Nigeria Prediction
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