World Cup 2026: Spain, England, and Argentina emerge as favorites

Spain, featuring Ballon d'Or winner Rodri and young talent Lamine Yamal, are the clear favorites after a flawless qualifying campaign. England, now under Thomas Tuchel, boasts a star-studded squad including Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, while France possesses a fearsome front line led by Kylian Mbappé. Defending champions Argentina also remain a strong force following their dominant South American qualification.