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Stoichkov's predictions for the 1/16 round of World Cup 2002

14.6.2002
Many of Stoichkov's predictions about the World Cup 2002 in Japan and Korea have come true. He was correct about the early elimination of France and Argentina that stunned even the top experts of the game. Interestingly, Stoichkov was even right about the course of action in most of the games, which he predicted. Overall, he was unsatisfied with the mediocre football at the 2002 World Cup.
Here is the outcome of the 1/16 round matches according to Hristo:

Germany v Paraguay True
Germany will beat Paraguay with a narrow win. The South American will put up a good fight.

Spain v Ireland True
Spain will face tough opposition in Ireland but the Spaniards will manage to win.

USA v Mexico False
According to Hristo, it can go either way. He thinks that Mexico have a slight advantage, but will be rooting for the US.

Korea v Italy False
After a close game, Italy will come out victorious and go on to the final.

Denmark v England False
Stoichkov thinks that Denmark will have an advantage in this match.

Sweden v Senegal True
Hristo was very impressed by the African squad. They will eliminate Sweden in his opinion.

Brazil v Belgium True
The Brazilian team will beat Belgium, and advance to the final.

Japan v Turkey True
According to Hristo, the Turks win this match for the honor of the Balkans.

by Zhoro. www.wldcup.com