I think you have to go for Lionel Messi as player of the tournament.
I think Messi will go unoticed to be honest. He doesn't turn in the same performances with Argentina as he does with Barca. I hope he does well as I have them in the sweepstake but I wouldn't be suprised to see them crash in in the last 16.
I think Portugal will struggle. Aside from Ronaldo, their team looks quite average. Not 100% on Brazil either. In fact, the mnore I consider it, the more I think England have a half decent chance. I think it'll be one of the less fancied teams who do well consitently who will pull it together and reach the final e.g. Germany.
I also think Holland have a decent chance as an outside bet
* in other words, I don't have a fcuking clue!