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From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after one game

From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after one game
BBC News Thursday 18 June 2026, 04:28 UTC 1 min read
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All 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Not defending champions Argentina.

All 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Who is top? Not defending champions Argentina.
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