Slovakia
The Repre are the surprise package at the 2010 edition of the World Cup finals, dumping their more fancied neighbours, the Czech Republic, out of the competition in Group 3 of the European World Cup Qualifiers.
This is the first time Slovakia have qualified, and coach Vladimir Weiss will be looking to make waves, along with star midfielder Marek Hamsik.
The World Cup finals in South Africa will be a perfect stage for the Napoli midfield maestro to show why he’s one of the top-rated prospects in the world.
Chances:
World Cup debutants who possess plenty of individual talent as well as team spirit, but a lack of past finals pedigree could undermine their hopes of progress.
