You know those people who give their opinions and talk about topics they really know nothing about? Well, that’s me, when it comes to [ almost all things ] sports. Ironically, I married a sportswriter, and I am still clueless.
So with the World Cup semifinals this week, I feel beyond qualified to share my “expert” match predictions. Unfortunately, my prediction for the France vs. Belgium match was wrong, so I have a shot to redeem myself [ and restore my sports credibility ].
So, here it goes: My prediction for the Croatia vs. England match based solely on my personal travel experiences.
Croatia vs. England | Wednesday, July 11
Team | Croatia
Team Colors | Red, White and Blue (and sometimes black)
Team Captain | Zagreb
Top 10 Team Strengths
- Beautiful coast line + eclectic islands
- Marbled streets + walled old towns
- Sailing + kayaking + windsurfing + boating
- Natural wonders
- Fresh seafood
- Mesmerizing waterfalls
- Rich blue sea + enchanting sunsets
- Nationals parks
- Underrated and rich red wine + renowned white wines
- Olive oil
Team | England
Team Colors | Red, White and Blue
Team Captain | London
Top 10 Team Strengths
- Renowned theatre + plays + musicals
- Pubs + fish and chips
- Afternoon tea + fantastic accents
- Red phone booths
- Prestigious universities
- Royal family
- Lush gardens + countryside + natural hot springs
- Big stones in the middle of nowhere
- Cathedrals + palaces + medieval castles
- World-class museums + art galleries
Match Prediction | Croatia is a new, hip country that is forging its own path. It’s an exciting time to explore this marvelous place, so I predict Croatia is not only going to win vs. England — they’re bringing the World Cup all the way home!
[ More photos from Croatia, specifically Dubrovnik and Korčula Island ]
[ More photos from England, specifically London and Bath ]
