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The World Cup is getting crazier by the day, and the so-called Top 4 is no longer looking like the Top 4. 😂

Spain is still trying to hold on to those favorites' odds, but France and Argentina have shown throughout this tournament that they genuinely deserve to be in that conversation.

Then there are the "underdogs" who have completely refused to act like underdogs. Norway. Egypt. And yes... England.

Before you come for me, hear me out. 😂

England have always had talented players, but nobody expected them to beat Mexico 2-0 the way they did. Their football hasn't been as dominant as France's, but reaching the quarter-finals for the first time in over 50 years? That's an underdog story in my book.

Argue with your keyboard. 😌

Right now, I honestly think this trophy is between France and Argentina. Those two have looked like complete teams from the first whistle of the tournament. Brazil, on the other hand, never really looked convincing despite trying to defend their five-title legacy. They kept conceding goals, and eventually, it caught up with them.

But can we talk about Norway? Mehnnnn... Haaland has been an absolute monster this tournament. The "Robot" nickname is making more and more sense every game. If Norway keeps this up, I genuinely won't be surprised if he finishes as the Player of the Tournament.

And finally, the most controversial team in this tournament... Portugal.

Three of the best midfielders in world football, yet somehow their football has been painful to watch. "Disappointed" cannot even begin to describe my distaste for that team. And yes, the moment CR7 retires, it's over for them. I'd rather support South Africa than look their way again.

Bruno can go on and keep breaking assist records all he likes, but he can't seem to replicate that form with the world's best striker as his teammate? Like, wetin we dey talk sef? 😂

This is going to affect how people see his club performances next season because now we all know say na packaging. Back pass. Side pass. Principal oshi.

Their quarter-final against Spain?

Grace and Inshallah.

Because Spain will have to produce one of their worst performances of the tournament for Portugal to make it through.

Anyway, we've got some absolute blockbuster fixtures coming up:

⚽ Egypt vs Argentina
⚽ France vs Morocco
⚽ Norway vs England

Who do you think lifts the trophy from here?

It would be nice to see Norway or Portugal in the final. All indications seem to point to a France v Argentina finall showdown. My support is for Mbappe though.

Brazil is gone, so here's my new Top 4 favourites: France, Norway, England, and Spain or Morocco.

Argentina have been good, no doubt. But God abeg... I don't want them to win. And I don't want a France vs Argentina final again.

England? Well they are my underdog team but they're in the quarter-finals for a reason. They've been quietly getting the job done, who knows they might beat Norway which is unlikely anyway.

Morocco will defeat France. It will be the first Africa country to qualify for final. Am target 500k from that match.

Orinechi:
Morocco will defeat France. It will be the first Africa country to qualify for final. Am target 500k from that match.

Lol I am guessing the odds for the match would be crazy but goodluck shaa. I am betting on France.

Ronaldo is out of the world cup. Heart breaking for me but I expected it shaa.

They played very well though. This is the game they could have brought since group stage but goodbye to Portugal. My full support is for France and Norway now.

France vs Morocco Match is today o

Who are we carrying straight wins for? I want to play devils advocate by carrying Morocco straight win, but then I want to see France in the finals lol.

Na de one wey go pay I want o. Make una help me out.

France are going home today because they can't defeat Morocco

Morocco🇲🇦 beating France🇫🇷 should not be seen as an upset going by present form.

As France and Morocco prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final, the tournament favorites have shifted based on form, performances, and the remaining bracket.

France 🇫🇷
The defending powerhouse has looked the most complete team, combining defensive solidity with a prolific attack led by world-class talent. They remain the team to beat.

Spain 🇪🇸
Spain have impressed with dominant performances and a disciplined style, making them one of the strongest contenders to lift the trophy.

Argentina 🇦🇷
The reigning champions continue to rely on experience and big-game mentality, keeping them firmly among the favorites despite tougher tests ahead.

England 🏴
England's knockout victories and attacking quality have elevated them into the top four, though consistency remains their biggest challenge.

Dark horse: Morocco 🇲🇦
Morocco have once again shown they can compete with the world's elite. Their defensive organization, resilience, and confidence make them a dangerous outsider capable of upsetting France.

RevolverOcelot:
It would be nice to see Norway or Portugal in the final. All indications seem to point to a France v Argentina finall showdown. My support is for Mbappe though.

which Portugal? With Ronaldo as main striker... It won't work.... Na France get dis world Cup sha

If France beats Morocco (huge IF), nothing should really stand in their way to winning this trophy.

Okay. A good analogy. I tip France whoever wins in this match to be in the final sha

England will win the worldcup

only England and morrocco have met formidable competitors

by the way, the worldcup is boring, few interesting matches

almost all the team are all passing sideways and then score goals in the last minutes

Am happy this World Cup has made the Oyinbo people know that Africa football has greatly improved to the level of challenging them to extra time or to the last minuete. And this is putting fears to their spine. Before the World Cup began they expected no Africa maybe Morroco to qualify to the round of 32. They mocked Africa by trying to brainwash fifa to reduce Africa teams qualifying to the World Cup but Africa fought them to the knees. B

Unfortunately it’s only Nigeria that has failed to improve. For the past ten years Nigeria football is not stable. They perform well this month and next month they play as if they are just learning football. So inconsistent. One would think that a team like Nigeria that did not qualify to the World Cup last 2022 would qualify 2026. For a team that played AFCON final 2024 and played quite well could not qualify for 2026 World Cup. Do you now see what am saying so inconsistent. Watch out same players that did well last AFCON will still find themselves struggling to qualify next World Cup.

I dont care who is second, or 8th, I just want my the Black boys to win the world cup, especially the General, Olise and Dembele

The useless FIFA have ruined the world cup with their bias officiating with Argentina as the beneficiary all because of the dwarf how can the six match officials of the match between Morocco and France come from Argentina and people are still taking this tournament seriously.

I am with France to beat Morocco today.
As far as I am concerned, there's no remaining African team in the world cup anymore.
Morocco sports minister said some days back,they are not representing Africa, they're only representing their country and everybody should accept it like that.

Like play like play, Argentine will get to the Semi Final without meeting any of the top 10 on their way.

INFANTINO, na man you be.

Johnpat198:
France are going home today because they can't defeat Morocco

But that's only if they can somehow manage to steal France's towels. If they can't figure out a way to do that, I'm betting on France

ppogba:
Like play like play, Argentine will get to the Semi Final without meeting any of the top 10 on their way.

INFANTINO, na man you be.

So why? I don't think Messi has enough money to bribe them

edungene7:
The useless FIFA have ruined the world cup with their bias officiating with Argentina as the beneficiary all because of the dwarf how can the six match officials of the match between Morocco and France come from Argentina and people are still taking this tournament seriously.

Stale!

But it wasn't bias when the referee disallowed two goals against Croatia when they played Portugal?

Game on

Best of luck France.

Morroco kuku said they are playing for themsleves and not Africa.

As a Lionel Messi Fan Girl!!

I don't really care if Wikki Tourist, Remo stars or Abia Warriors win the World cup, as far as Portugal is no longer in the tournament and one fake goat cried home, I am very Ok

Note, I wanted to send Ugwu leaves from the U.S.A to my Aunt in Portugal, I had to rush to the airport on Tuesday morning and give the leaves to Ronaldo to help me deliver it to my Aunty in Lisbon. And I am glad he has delivered it for me, free of charge.

CR7 thanks so much for delivering my parcel.



May God bless us

France vs Norway final

Argentina won’t pass semi final

France ✅ 🏆
Spain ✅
England ✅
Argentina ✅

Morocco ❎
Belgium ❎
Norway ❎
Switzerland ❎

EALG:
Stale!

It wasn't considered bias when the referee disallowed two goals against Croatia when they played Portugal.

it wasn't also bias when the FIFA president was seen jubilating with the FA president of Argentina after the win against Cape Verde!!!

This must be some kind of joke or something by FiFa. All the onfield match officials are Argentinians.

FiFa should just crown Argentina at this point. There's no point wasting other people's time

edungene7:
it wasn't also bias when the FIFA president was seen jubilating with the FA president of Argentina after the win against Cape Verde!!!

stop posting rubbish lies

edungene7:
it wasn't also bias when the FIFA president was seen jubilating with the FA president of Argentina after the win against Cape Verde!!!

He has the right to support whoever he wants. However, I would say he should have maintained neutrality, especially because of his position.

That being said, there is absolutely nothing he can do to directly influence the outcome of the games. The game could have gone Egypt’s way, but they lost because they could not hold on until the end.

The disallowed goal was valid, and there have been many similar situations in the past.

Also, don’t forget that Argentina has been in the final twice, and the first time was when Blatter was FIFA President.

Messi is exceptionally talented, and it is irrational to compare him with Ronaldo. They are miles apart.