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2026 FIFA World Cup Power Rankings: Can Mbappe's France Surpass Messi's Argentina?

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Jun 22, 2026 · 1 min read
2026 FIFA World Cup Power Rankings: Can Mbappe's France Surpass Messi's Argentina?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up, and Alexi Lalas' power rankings have seen some significant changes. France and Argentina remain top contenders, but other teams are closing in.

Updated Power Rankings

The latest power rankings are out, and there have been some notable changes from last week. England has moved up, while Portugal has dropped out of the top 10. The Netherlands has taken its place, and the USA is also on the rise.

Team Analysis

The Netherlands had a dominant showing last week, with a 5-1 win over Sweden. Japan has also had a strong start, with a 4-0 win over Tunisia. The USA has secured a knockout spot and is looking to build on its momentum.

Morocco has held on to a nervy win over Scotland, while Colombia has had a bright start against Uzbekistan. Germany is finding its gear, with Deniz Undav becoming a breakout star. Spain has finally shown up, with a shellacking of Saudi Arabia.

England's stars shined in a 4-2 win over Croatia, while France is poised to break out with its all-star cast. Argentina is still a top contender, with Lionel Messi breaking another record as the player with the most World Cup goals ever.

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