Czech Republic vs Ghana Betting Preview

Before the tournament began, Czech Republic were our recommendation to win Group E at a best price 6/4.Those odds have long gone with the Czechs beating USA 3-0 in their opening game. The result was made all the more impressive given the Europeans had to cope with temperatures hitting 30C in Gelsenkirchen's AufSchalke Arena. Now available at 11/10 to finish top, Czech should be very confident of ousting Italy with victory over Ghana. Unfortunately for the Europeans all is not great in their squad with the options up front rapidly running out.Aston Villa striker Milan Baros is uncertain whether he will overcome his foot injury to play any part in the World Cup, let alone against Ghana.Furthermore, Jan Koller is likely to miss the group stages after being forced off early against USA with a thigh injury - fortunately he had already scored the opener to boost the readaBet coffers.Given these crucial injuries our confidence in the Czechs is on the wane, especially when the 5/1 quote on offer for Ghana is taken into account. Okay, so the Ghanaians looked vulnerable against Italy losing by a couple of goals but if Czech are weakened upfront - the West Africans may not be exposed as badly.What was noticeable against Italy was the ample possession in midfield but lack of penetration. It should though be noted that many nations down the years have struggled to beak down the Italians.USA did have their moments against Czech Republic, and were denied a potentially game changing goal in the first half when Claudio Reyna saw a 25-yard shot cannon back off a post. Ghana should also enjoy some success, and whether they can cause a major shock will be down to how well they can finish. At 5/1 I am willing to take a small chance they can.