Qatar 2022 Preview - Group E

Morning, chaps! It's time to chat about Qatar 2022"s Group E, a really intriguing group: 

Prospects: If Qatar 2022 has a traditional "Group of Death," this is it, with two former World Cup and European Championship winners in Germany and Spain alongside minnows Costa Rica and Japan. Typically, that would mean an easy path out of the group, but both teams are living a bit on past glories and are fielding aging sides rather than rebuilding. This means that there is a chance for an upset. But are either Japan or Costa Rica capable of taking that chance? That's doubtful, as the Japanese are a typically tidy side without a sharp edge up front, while the Ticos leak too many goals at the back.

One to Watch: Spain will rely on Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams for service to striker Alvaro Morata.

Most Likely to see Red: Veteran Costa Rican center back Francisco Calvo is likely to be a bit under the cosh in this group. 

Most Likely to Attempt a "Panenka:" Chelsea's German striker Kai Havertz fancies a trick penalty now and again.

Worst Haircut in the Group: Japanese attacking midfielder is a fan of the frosted tips, unfortunately.

Key Match: November 27 - Germany v. Spain (cor!) (2pm EST) 

Blue Devil's Crystal Ball Says: Football is a simple game. Twenty two players battle it out for ninety minutes and then the Germans (and the Spanish) win.