While we can’t be sure who will win this game, it’s logical to assume the match at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium will be a low-scoring affair. Danish goalkeeper Thomas Sorenson has already spoken about how the team will need to be patient as they search for a way to break down a spirited and defensive Japan side.

The Blue Samurai achieved a 1-0 victory against Cameroon in the first match thanks to superior organisation and the ability to shut out the opposition after going into the lead. Therefore, Denmark will have to firstly make sure that they cut out the sloppy errors, before looking at their offensive approach to the game.

Nicklas Bendtner once again proved his worth to the team with the equaliser against the Indomitable Lions, although he might not get too many chances to score in Rustenburg. Takeshi Okada looks prepared to leave out Shunsuke Nakamura from the starting line-up in a bid to keep things extra tight.

PREDICTION: UNDER 2.5 GOALS @ 1.61 with Expekt