Winners
Germany. The squad is experienced without being aged- most went through World Cup 2006 and a few go back to 2002. As a group they look ready to win something
Surprise Package
As Guud Hiddink is such a great coach I'll go for Russia - just as big underachievers as Spain really
Supporting
Croatia- to produce the players they do from a 4.5 million population and consistently qualify (6 out 7 major tournaments since independence) they deserve to be there
Outstanding Player
Michael Ballack. Probably a surprise choice but few teams win trophy at this level without a fulcrum. His last chance at this level and he's had a light workload this season but run into form at the end of it. Won't be the most noticed player but he could be the most influential
Emerging Player
Sebastian Prodl of Austria. Due to go to Werder Bremen and highly praised by the Italian media for his defending at the World under-20 Championship. Likely to get a lot of exposure in a mediocre Austrian team
Whipping Boys
Greece: they can't be as lucky this time round.
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