Around the World - News Roundup
Here's a quick run around the World Cup teams including goals, injuries and who will miss the final squad cuts: Van Persie scored twice for the Netherlands in their defeat of Mexico. I am really high on the Netherlands and Van Persie becomes a legitimate option to start from week one (vs Denmark). Michael Essien will miss the World Cup which is a huge blow to Ghana's chance. I like Serbia to progress from Group D after which they will likely meet a relatively strong England side. Philip Lahm has been handed the German armband guaranteeing his place in the starting XI and making him one of the most valuable defenders around. Like fellow ex-teammate Essien, Lassana Diarra will also miss the tournament . The injury should pave the way for PL Fantasy favourite Abou Diaby to play alongside Jeremy Toulanan, as they did on several occasions in the qualifiers. Okay it was against Canada but Argentina finally put on a display that matches their talent levels. Goals for Tevez, Aguero...