France Tops a Tight Final Four in SI’s 2026 World Cup Rankings
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Sports Illustrated ranks the four 2026 World Cup semifinalists as France (1), Spain (2), England (3), and Argentina (4), arguing there are no true favorites at this stage and detailing each team’s strengths and concerns—from France’s devastating attack to Argentina’s inconsistent defense and England’s midseason wobblies.
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