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Óscar Tavares, the coach of the Uruguayan national football team, is preparing for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Uruguay will face Costa Rica, Italy, and England in Group D. Tavares downplays the significance of being in the 'Group of Death' and emphasizes that all teams are strong contenders. He believes in adapting strategies based on eight years of experience with the team, which includes key players like Luis Suárez and Edinson Cavani. Tavares aims for a strong performance similar to the 2010 World Cup, without feeling pressured by past victories like the 1950 maracanazo.

Who is Óscar Tavares and what is his role?

• A sports journalist

• A football club owner

• The coach of the Uruguayan national team

• A famous Uruguayan player

Which teams will Uruguay face in Group D of the 2014 World Cup?

• Brazil, Argentina, and Germany

• Costa Rica, Italy, and England

• Spain, Portugal, and France

• Netherlands, Belgium, and Chile

What is Tavares' view on the favorites for the World Cup?

• He believes the European teams are favorites

• He considers Brazil the favorite

• He thinks there is no clear favorite

• He believes Uruguay is the clear favorite

What is Tavares' approach to the World Cup based on?

• A new strategy developed this year

• Their eight years of experience with the team

• Advice from other coaches

• The latest football trends

How does Tavares view the historical 'Maracanazo' event?

• As a source of pressure

• As a non-pressuring historical achievement

• As an irrelevant event

• As a motivational factor