Ranking the World Cup 2026 groups: Which teams are favourites to progress?

Author: Adam HancockPublished on: June 5, 2026Country: International

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Ranking the World Cup 2026 groups: Which teams are favourites to progress?

The 2026 World Cup features a record 48 teams in 12 groups. Group I, with France, Senegal, Iraq, and Norway, is considered the 'group of death' with the highest average FIFA ranking. France aims for a third consecutive final, while Erling Haaland's Norway is a dark horse. The top two from each group and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the round of 32.

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