With just 48 hours until the 2026 World Cup begins, our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. Did your national team make the cut?
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World Cup Power Rankings: Who are the front-runners with 48 hours to go?
With just 48 hours until the 2026 World Cup begins, our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. Did your national team make the cut?
Published June 9, 2026, 8:28 AM
Updated June 9, 2026, 11:35 AM2.6K
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