The Netherlands take on Cameroon, Thursday June 24, will no sense of urgency as the Dutch have already booked their place in the knockout stages. Cameroon has crashed out of the competition after back-to-back defeats. World Cup Predictions oddsmakers at BODOG.com have the Netherlands as -130 moneyline favorites over Cameroon (+350) with a DRAW at (+250). Be sure to get your Netherlands vs Cameroon 2010 World Cup Predictions Group E Odds in now at BODOG.com
The Netherlands are boasting an unblemished record at this event after beating Japan 1-0 and Denmark 2-0. Dutch coach Bert van Marwijk will surely be tempted to ring the changes in an effort to test the depth of his squad in preparation for what he hopes will be a long FIFA World Cup campaign. He may opt to field a full-strength side to maintain continuity and reaffirm his team's status among the early favorites. It is also possible that Van Mariwjk will use the match to test the fitness of winger Arjen Robben, who has thus far been sidelined by injury. The Dutch have built their game around attack and speed while relying on solid defenders . They certainly have a bunch of attacking-minded stars capable of ambushing any opponents, including Wesley Sneijder, Robin van Persie and Robben to name just a few. However, another figure and a man who is a seasoned campaigner in this Dutch side is Dirk Kuyt. The Liverpool forward has been one of the unsung heroes of this Netherlands side. Despite a trying season at club level, Kuyt has been on top form at this FIFA World Cup, scoring a late goal against Denmark.
“I take the match against Cameroon very seriously because it is in that match that the team has to show what they have learned. And we want to improve in every match and it is important for the players to know exactly what is asked of them in every position. Therefore, the match against Cameroon is also a match in which we have to improve ourselves. So I take it very seriously in many aspects,” Netherlands coach, Bert van Marwijk.
Cameroon has nothing to lose, but pride, as they try to give their country something to cheer about. Considering the quality they have in their squad, this match with the Netherlands offers them the opportunity to go out on a high. The postmortem will surely follow once they return home, but for now there is a chance to address some of the failures that have beset their campaign, especially their inability to finish chances. Cameroon has always attempted to play offensively, even though there has been little coherence in their play . One one of their more impressive players has been 26-year-old Tottenham player, Assou-Ekotto at left back. He’s solid in defense and he is also one of the Idomitable Lions' most potent attacking weapons.
“We have to keep on going, stay professional until the end, prepare the practice sessions for the game against the Netherlands. It’s not a friendly game, it’s a World Cup game and we have to respect the Cameroonian people and the competition itself, all the spectators and TV viewers as well,” Cameroon coach, Paul Le Guen.
Netherlands vs Cameroon
When: Thursday, June 24- 2:30 PM ET
Line: BODOG.com
Pick: Netherlands -130
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The Bottom Line: The Dutch will start their best and then let them rest, but they’ll get the win. Be sure to get your Netherlands vs Cameroon 2010 World Cup Predictions Group E Odds in now at BODOG.com and receive a 10% deposit bonus .
