Japan are unlikely to reproduce the form that saw them crowned world champions eight years ago according to the bookmakers.
888Sport offer 17/1 (18.0) about them in the outright winner market but Asako Takakura's side are expected to come out on top in their opening Group D clash.
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Argentina are 28/1 (29.0) underdogs to pull off what would be a monumental shock in Paris. This will be their first World Cup outing in 12 years and promises to be a special occasion.