[jjbrouwer]

Indeed. If France just make it past Portugal to the final, I will at least make SOME money, as I placed an each way bet. A win isn't beyond the bounds of possibility, though there will be some tired old legs out there.

[jveritas]

It all depends on how to control Zeidan. If the Portuguese control Zeidan, unlike the Brazilians who just let him play, then France chances of winning against Portugal will be reduced drastically.

If France goes to the final it will have much tougher time winning against Germany even if Zeidan plays well.