5 favorites to win 2022 FIFA Qatar World Cup

5 favorites to win 2022 FIFA Qatar World Cup

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The FIFA World Cup 2022, one of the most widely awaited tournaments in living recollection, is just around the brink in Qatar, and anticipation is growing now that the qualification period is over. Additionally, this is the first time a FIFA World Cup being hosted in the Middle East with 32 countries, 64 matches, and 29 days. The championship begins on November 20 and concludes on December 18.

This time, there will be another chance for a fresh country to claim the trophy, or will one of the reigning winners prevail once again?

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Here is a list of 5 top favorite teams to win the FIFA World Cup 2022-

5. Portugal

Portugal succumbed to Belgium in the Euro 2020 Round of 16 and was unable to extend their crown defense. The squad was eliminated from the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifications after losing to Serbia 2–1 in the encounter.
There are plenty of young players in Fernando Santos’ roster that might advance the team, though.

Despite being 37, Cristiano Ronaldo is still expected to be on the team for the FIFA World Cup. The ageless perfectionist has not yet raised the coveted Jules Rimet Trophy. He will therefore be hoping to lead his country to its first World Cup victory this year with Fernando Santos’ Navegadores.

4. England

England claimed their maiden and sole World Cup championship in 1966. Since then, England has made countless attempts and lost. In 1990, they came in fourth, and in 2018, they also finished fourth in Russia. England has garnered attention this year in Qatar because of strong showings in the UEFA Nations League. They came in third in 2019. More significantly, they lost to Italy 3-2 on penalties and finished as runners-up in the 2020 UEFA European Championship.

In a pretty straightforward group in Qatar, England will play Iran, the United States, and Wales. Should the Three Lions advance as group winners, they would likely face either Qatar, Ecuador, or Senegal in the round of 16. Having been fortuitous with draws in the previous two tournaments, it’s the type of fixture that, on paper, might allow Southgate’s side to gain momentum.

3. Spain

Spain has produced some of the best players the game has ever witnessed. The last time Spain won the World Cup was in 2010, defeating the Netherlands 1-0 in the championship match. They subsequently then slipped as seen by their poor showings at the previous two FIFA World Cups.

The team has put on some strong performances over the past couple of seasons, reaching the semifinals of the 2020 Euros before falling to eventual champions Italy on penalties. This year, they also placed second in the Nations League, falling to France in the championship match.

Spain is considered to be relatively strongly favored to compete for the World Cup championship after improving under Luis Enrique. With the expertise of Jordi Alba at the back and Rodri manning down the fort in midfield, together with promising youngsters like Pedri, Gavi, and Ferran Torres from Barcelona who are identifying themselves in an international scenario, Spain will try their best.

2. Argentina

Although many would object that Argentina’s prior victories on the international stage have little bearing on predictions for the World Cup, they would undoubtedly be enthusiastic. Argentina won the Copa America last year, and this year, as the Finalissima champions, Messi drove the La Albiceleste to a 3-0 victory over Italy.

The squad led by Lionel Scaloni has already gone more than 30 games without losing, which qualifies them as a legit contender. Will they be capable of pulling it off under extreme pressure on the greatest stage in the world? That might influence their fortunes in the FIFA World Cup.

1. Brazil

Brazil is the strong frontrunner to lift the FIFA World Cup in Qatar this year. They are undoubtedly the world’s best team at the moment. Brazil has lifted the World Cup five times, more instances than any other country. The most recent was in Japan in 2002.

In their club leagues, Gabriel Jesus, Neymar, and Vinicius Junior have all had outstanding seasons thus far. With stars like Phillipe Coutinho, Lucas Paqueta, Rafinha, and Antony at their command, Brazil will be a nightmare moving forward.

 Although attack solely will not win tournaments, Tito has established a formidable spine for Brazil, which includes Alisson, veteran Thiago Silva, Marquinhos, Casemiro, and Fabinho. The FIFA World Cup 2022 appears to be in Brazil’s favor this year.

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