The Athletic’s Daily World Cup Forecasts Blend Expertise and Playful Prediction
The Athletic offers daily forecasts for the tournament, featuring expert insights, fan predictions and a unique leaderboard that tracks accuracy.
Jun 21, 2026
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World Cup Day Nine: France and Argentina Lead Revised Rankings as Underdogs Shine
France and Argentina top the re‑ranked standings after decisive wins, while the United States, Morocco and Mexico make early knockout statements. Spain's goalless stalemate and Brazil's return to form add further intrigue.
Jun 20, 2026
Day Six Reshapes the World Cup Landscape
France's 3‑1 victory over Senegal propels them to the top of the latest standings, with Kylian Mbappe becoming France's all‑time World Cup scorer. Argentina's Lionel Messi scores his first World Cup hat‑trick, and other teams such as Norway, the United States, and Mexico notch impressive wins, while traditional powers Spain and Brazil encounter unexpected draws.
Jun 17, 2026
Egypt Secures Unbeaten Spot in 2026 World Cup, Salah Leads Charge
Egypt qualified for the 2026 World Cup without a loss, finishing with 19 goals and just two conceded. Mohamed Salah, turning 34 on match day, headlines a team that will face Belgium, Iran and New Zealand in Group G.
Jun 4, 2026