The Knockout stage is set

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What an exciting tournament thus far! Seeing my little dark horses (Japan, South Korea, and Morocco) make it to the next round was satisfying. I was disappointed with the exit of Uruguay, but it is what it is. They did not have a great tournament. 

As for my top 8: Netherlands, Argentina, Japan, Korea Republic, Senegal, France, Morocco, and Switzerland.

As I said, I am very bad at predictions. These 8 are just my favorites based on what I've seen so far in terms of team spirit, passion, and determination. 

This is what the reality 8 looks like: Netherlands, Argentina, Croatia, Brazil, England, France, Spain, and Portugal. 

It might not be, but I do fancy a final that consists of France and Argentina. 

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