The World Cup group stage is where momentum is born: favorites can make a statement, hosts can ride a wave of energy, and dark horses can flip expectations in a single 90-minute stretch. Using the published World Cup 2026 groups from the draw and our World Cup coverage, a forward-looking projection, this guide names a predicted winner for every group (A–L), highlights the most credible surprises, and flags where upsets feel most likely. The big takeaway: several groups [...]
