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England take on current holders Japan tonight in the second World Cup Semi Final. With the winner set to face the USA in the final. We're Predicting 2-1 to England.</p>
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England have overcome many obstacles, to reach this stage of the competition (the first time in their history). Tonight (midnight) they are up against <strong>current holders</strong> Japan.</p>
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Throughout the competition, <strong>Mark Sampson</strong> has chosen to go with a tactical game-play to try and combat each opposition and it has worked. Of course the individual talents of his team have helped, namely <strong>Lucy Bronze</strong> (who sent the side through to the Quarter and Semi Finals) and<strong> Steph Houghton</strong> who has lead the team in the competition and even scored a goal to help them on their way.</p>
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Although, the lionesses will have a tough job up against the current holders. Japan have only conceded two goals during the tournament so far. With a very tight defence and a good keeper in <strong>Kaihori</strong> they will make it hard for England. <strong>Utsugi</strong> is the main player that makes things happen for the team and England will have to have her closely marked.</p>
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Overall both sides go into their matches with tactical game plans. While Japan like to <strong>dominate possession</strong> and England prefer the <strong>counter-attack</strong> both, are capable of changing their play style against their opponents. But with the winner earning a place in the final we're expecting a heated match-up.</p>
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<strong>Our Prediction:</strong> 2-1 to England</p>
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