Without question Group C appears to be the most un-predictable group. Every single country have a similar chance of progressing to the knockout phases.

Colombia: Despite the uncertainty surrounding Group C Colombia are favourites to be crowned victors of Group C, the squad consists of merited players such as Radamel Falcao, Juan Zuniga, Pablo Armero, James Rodriguez, Jackson Martinez. However Colombia are currently sweating over the fitness of their main star after Falcao damaged his knee ligaments. The Monaco striker has established a truly lethal partnership with fellow club team-mate James Rodriguez, concerning Coach Jose Pekerman. On a brighter note, Colombia have been accustomed to playing in tremendous heat and the circumstances in Brazil will be ideal for them and perhaps will give them an edge against certain opponents.

Player to watch: If Radamel Falcao is fit there is no doubt that he will be the key figure in Colombia’s team. The former Atletico man has a truly outstanding goal-scoring record, he’s managed a phenomenal 199 goals in 302 appearances. Falcao also has a very impressive record for Colombia netting 20 times in 51 appearances. Colombia possess enough quality in the midfield to provide service for their main talisman!

Where will Colombia finish in Group C?: 1st

Ivory Coast: Ivory Coast enter the competition as one of the strongest African teams. In every single department Sabri Lamouchi is blessed with experience and talent, which will be a marvellous asset for Ivory Coast. In defence Liverpool’s experienced CB Kolo Toure will be leading the defensive line. In midfield Kolo’s brother and Manchester City star Yaya Toure will be operating in the heart of Ivory Coast’s midfield. Up front Sabri Lamouchi is most definitely spoilt for choice considering the talent that his forwards possess (Gervinho, Didier Drogba, Salomon Kalou, Wilfried Bony, Seydou Doumbia , Lacina Traore, Giovanni Sio).

Player to watch: Without a shadow of a doubt Manchester City’s powerhouse and the African player of the year Yaya Toure is Ivory Coast’s player to watch. The Ivorian has had an outstanding season scoring a staggering 24 times in all competitions for City this season. It was a combination of his talent and remarkable form that ensured Toure would win his third successive African Player of the year award. He also won a place in the PFA Barclays Premier League Team of the year, with his magnificent performances being recognised both by his country and in the league that he plays.

Where will the Ivory Coast finish in Group C?: 2nd

Greece: Greece enter their second successive World Cup with a truly brilliant defensive record one that any country would be proud of. Greece conceded only four times during their qualifying campaign a statistic bettered only by the World Cup holders, Spain. The squad contains a pair of familiar faces to those who support/follow the Barclays Premier League with Giorgos Karagounis and Kostas Mitroglou both included in Greece’s squad.

After a miserable second half to season due to his persistent knee injury, the pure quality he possesses and the form shown up to Christmas is the reason why Kostas Mitroglou is my player to watch from the Greece squad. The Greek signed for Fulham in a region of £12M, yet his time at Craven Cottage has been fraught with injury! However up to January Mitroglou was in fine form. He scored seventeen times in nineteen appearances almost an average of a goal per game. Yet due to injury he could only manage three appearances in the white of Fulham. It appears that he will play a vital role up front for Greece, and could be an influential part of their squad especially if he can replicate the form shown earlier in the season.

Where will Greece finish in Group C?: 3rd

Japan: Without a shadow of a doubt Japan are the dark horses of Group C. The Asian Champions have a trio of technically gifted players amongst their squad, and perhaps this trio which are endowed with great attacking ability will play a pivotal role in Japan’s campaign. Japan are under the guidance of Alberto Zaccheron who has experienced the jubilation of success previously, as he led AC Milan to a Serie A title in 1999.

Player to watch: The deadly trio I mentioned in the previous paragraph is Keisuke Honda, Shinji Kagawa and Shinji Okazaki. Many would predict Honda as my player to watch, however I’ll be keeping a close eye on Shinji Kagawa’s progress this World Cup. It is no secret that Kagawa has not performed well at Manchester United, failing to reach the expectation set by the football world. In 30 appearances this season he has failed to score a single goal, a deeply worrying fact for United fans which labelled Kagawa better than Hazard when he joined the ‘Theatre of Dreams’. There is no better stage for Kagawa to seek redemption, and justify his price tag than the World Cup. This Summer has the potential to be a turning point in Kagawa’s United Career and therefore I’m intrigue to see how well he plays.

Where will Japan finish in Group C?: 4th