Who will win the World Cup? The view from the semi-finalists
The World Cup has reached the semi-final stage with France, Spain, England, and Argentina competing for the title. Journalists and fans are analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of each team as they prepare for the final matches.
Why it matters
The World Cup is a major global sporting event that captures significant international attention and cultural engagement.
Image caption, France (1), Spain (3), England (4) and Argentina (2) are the top four teams in Fifa's rankings
The World Cup is now at the business end.
One of France, Spain, Argentina or England will be crowned world champions on Sunday in New York.
Is France against Spain on Tuesday in the semis the real final, as many are suggesting? Can Argentina become just the third team to defend their title? Will England end 60 years of hurt?
BBC Sport has spoken to journalists and fans from the countries involved to see what they think is going to happen.
We also want to know what you think, so please comment below.
What information do we collect from this quiz? 'This could be England's summer' - the view from Spain Guillem Balague, Spanish journalist :
France - the best player and the most frightening attack.
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