World Cup 2026: Every team at the World Cup ranked after one game
BBC Sport experts have ranked all 48 teams participating in the 2026 World Cup following the conclusion of the first round of matches. The rankings evaluate team performance, squad strength, and tournament potential.
Why it matters
World Cup rankings provide fans and analysts with a comparative look at international football form during a major global sporting event.
Image source, Getty Images By BBC Sport reporters Published 18 June 2026, 05:28 BST Argentina kicked off their World Cup defence with an emphatic win - but are not the best side at this World Cup so far, according to our BBC Sport experts.
Sports analysis is inherently subjective but remains neutral in political or social context.
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