Football World Cup 2002: Argentina were too `arrogant' says Houllier.

Byline: CHRIS McLOUGHLIN

GERARD HOULLIER has tipped Italy to win the World Cup.

And the Liverpool manager says he has no sympathy for the ``arrogant'' Argentinians after they crashed out of the competition at the group stage.

Houllier has been closely following events in the Far East and has been greatly impressed by the skill levels shown during a highly exciting competition.

``The level of skill has been fantastic, and as a coach there has been much to admire,'' he said.

``Italy are a team I would think has a chance of winning now - it is worth keeping an eye on them.

``I have no compassion for Argentina, because as I understand it, they were telling their media at home that all would be well even after they lost to England.

``They said they would beat Sweden and qualify but they were arrogant and over-confident and paid the price.

``To be a great team at the World Cup you have to be humble, and Argentina did not show humility.'' Houllier also believes that England have a great chance of beating Denmark and reaching the quarter-finals.

``England are resilient and have a resolve about their game,'' he said. ``As a team, I think they have got a great soul. I think they have a real chance of beating Denmark.''

``England have Michael Owen, and I know at Liverpool that he doesn't go too long without scoring, and the more important the game the more likely he is to score.''

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HOULLIER: Impressed by skill levels