World Cup Draw Part III

Group E (Netherlands, Denmark, Japan, Cameroon)
If you don't love the Dutch in this group then I think you are crazy. They are as attacking a European side as you'll see (equaled only by Spanish), have fabulous technical skill on the ball and love to go forward to score goals. Of course, they can be vulnerable in the back, which is what most often holds them back in major international tournaments. Based on their current group of defenders and keepers, they'll probably meet a similar end in this edition of the World Cup.
Denmark was also drawn into this group and, due to the close proximity and familiarity to the Dutch, should provide one of the better first round match-ups in the tournament. The Danes aren't a flashy side, but they are solid all-around and have a good opportunity to qualify for the second round.
Co-hosts of the last World Cup, Japan is another consistent, hard-working team that typically plays above the level of its individual players. They have the type of team to pull a surprise result that could influence who comes out the group.
Last in the group is Cameroon. Lead by star striker Samuel Eto'o, the Cameroonians will play with pride, but don't have the same quality as other teams in the group. Still, being on home soil could carry them to play well, and if they find a way to get Eto'o in on the defense, they could make it difficult on the group favorites.
Group Prediction: Netherlands, Denmark, Cameroon, Japan

Group F(Italy, Paraguay, New Zealand, Slovakia)
Defending Cup holders Italy will be looking to strike a balance between integrating the next generation of Azzuri with the old-guard who has done so well for the country. Despite some Italian media criticism (common in all top soccer countries) the Italians will be a formidable opponent for anyone.
South American qualifiers Paraguay will look to continue their strong play throughout qualifying. They have some experience making it to the final 16 and will look to return there after missing out last time around.
Soccer fans who watched the Confederations Cup over the summer will remember the New Zealand side as one that got mostly pounded in their group of Spain, Iraq and South Africa. Not a good sign for a side that harbors dreams of advancing out of the first round. Of course, the Kiwis probably don't realistically harbor those dreams. A point (or even a win) would be considered an accomplishment.
Last in the group are European side Slovakia. Well organized in the back with a number of strong players at different places on the pitch, this could be a surprise team to come out of the group stages. Of course it could also be another European side that loses its composure away from Europe.
Group Prediction: Italy, Paraguay, Slovakia, New Zealand