Every single time it’s held, the World Cup has always concocted mouth watering encounters throughout the years. Below is a list of matches which includes the ‘ones to watch’ as well as some other pretty interesting ones.

BRAZIL VS CROATIA

The opening ceremony is always eye candy, whether it’s tedious or not. Containing one of the hot favourites in Brazil, this match has the potential to keep a large percentage of the world busy whilst adding that Croatia might put up a firm fight.

ENGLAND VS ITALY
ENGLAND VS URUGUAY
URUGUAY VS ITALY

The group of death has that name for a reason, and all of the matches above provide that extra spark. Whether it’s England’s desire to take revenge on the Italians for their recent Euro dismissal, or whether it’s Suarez lighting up the World Cup with his skills, these are encounters to look out for.

SPAIN VS NETHERLANDS

Having both progressed swiftly through qualification, this encounter is one to watch especially considering the fact that these two nations were the finalists in the previous edition.

ARGENTINA VS BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA

The first game which will include the world’s best player will definitely be one to watch, with their match against their toughest group stage opponents being a plus. It will also be a game where Argentina’s stellar attack will be showcased for the entire world to see.

GERMANY VS PORTUGAL

The ever consistent Die Mannschaft vs Ronaldo’s Sele‹o, who would want to miss such a match? Although bookies favour the Germans, which defence in the world would look forward to coming up against an on form Cristiano Ronaldo?

Other honorable mention would be Switzerland vs France and Belgium vs Russia, as it’s a battle between the respective groups’ toughest sides. Keep in mind that in the World Cup, almost every match will be worth watching, whilst not forgetting that the tournament will get even better once the knockout stages are reached.