World Cup Addicts

Deschamps' farewell tournament, and what an attack to sign off with — Mbappé, Ballon d'Or winner Dembélé, Olise and more. Clear Group I winners and title contenders.

Pape Thiaw's deep 'golden generation', still inspired by Mané. The side that famously beat France in 2002 are arguably Africa's strongest — live for a deep run.

Back after 40 years via the most dramatic of playoff runs under Graham Arnold. Rank outsiders in a brutal group, chasing a first-ever World Cup win.

Haaland finally at a World Cup, after 16 goals in eight qualifiers. With Ødegaard alongside him, Norway are back after 28 years — and a genuine dark horse.