Why The Eight Remaining World Cup Teams Can Win — And Why

The 2026 World Cup is in its decisive phase, with just eight teams remaining in the fight for the title. This competition has been full of surprises, and predicting what will happen in the next games is always a challenge. Here's an analysis of the teams still in contention, highlighting their chances of winning the cup and the obstacles they could face. 1. **France** **Why they can win:** France has an extremely talented squad, considered by many to be the strongest in the tournament. Kylian Mbappé is a standout, already scoring seven goals in this World Cup. Other players such as Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembélé have also stood out, contributing significantly to the attack. With world-class players in all positions, the French team is one of the favorites. **Why they can't win:** Coach Didier Deschamps' main difficulty will be managing the players' egos. As already mentioned by Frank Lebouef, "France's greatest enemy is France itself". If team chemistry doesn't work, victory could slip away. 2. **Spain** **Why they can win:** The Spanish defense has been impenetrable, not conceding goals so far. With a diverse attack, where five players have already scored, Luis de la Fuente's team appears balanced. The midfield combination, with Rodri and Pedri, is considered the best in the tournament. **Why they can't win:** Despite a solid defense, the Spanish side have struggled to extend their lead, with some games ending 0-0. Mikel Oyarzabal needs to prove more decisive if he wants to guide Spain far in this competition. 3. **Argentina** **Why they can win:** Argentina has the experience and determination necessary to win in adverse situations, as demonstrated in the victory over Egypt. Lionel Messi, considered one of the greatest players of all time, can decide a game alone. **Why they can't win:** The age of the cast is a concern. Many players who won the 2022 World Cup are on the same team, but they don't necessarily have the same performance. With Messi at 39 years old, the team depends a lot on him, which could be a risk. 4. **England** **Why they can win:** Harry Kane has stood out with six goals and is capable of deciding games at critical moments. Jude Bellingham's performance is improving, which could further strengthen the English attack. **Why they can't win:** England's defense has been flawed, allowing goals at crucial moments. If the team faces stronger opponents, its defensive solidity will be tested.  5. **Norway** **Why they can win:** With Erling Haaland in excellent form, scoring seven goals in the competition, Norway are having their best campaign in World Cup history. Martin Ødegaard has also been instrumental in midfield. **Why they can't win:** The lack of depth in the squad is a concern. If Haaland or Ødegaard don't have a good day, the rest of the team may not be strong enough to compensate. 6. **Morocco** **Why they can win:** After a good campaign in 2022, Morocco continues to evolve. With players like Brahim Díaz and Achraf Hakimi, the team has been competitive. **Why they can't win:** The injuryof Ismael Saibari, one of the team's main players, could hurt their chances against France. With one of their best strikers missing, the task becomes more difficult. 7. **Switzerland** **Why they can win:** Switzerland are one of the most defensively disciplined teams. Coach Murat Yakin has assembled a cohesive and intelligent team, ready to exploit the right moments to attack. **Why they can't win:** Facing Argentina is a challenge and the absence of Johan Manzambi, one of the tournament's highlights, could be a big blow to Swiss hopes. 8. **Belgium** **Why they can win:** Under the command of Rudi Garcia, Belgium has shown evolution and an intelligent game, taking advantage of the experience of its older players. **Why they can't win:** The age of the squad can start to be a problem, especially against teams like Spain who have a strong, young midfield. With these eight teams fighting for the title, the next games promise to be exciting and full of surprises. It remains to be seen who will emerge victorious from this World Cup. --- ## Related Articles 1. [World Cup 2026: Anh đối đầu với lịch sử tại Mexico](https://banthangvn.com/vi/news/world-cup-2026-anh-oi-au-voi-lich-su-tai-mexico) 2. [Neymar's Bitter World Cup Exit as Brazil Falls to Norway](https://pitchpulsemedia.com/en/news/neymar-s-bitter-world-cup-exit-as-brazil-falls-to-norway)

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