With 30 days until the 2026 World Cup begins, our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. Did your national team make the cut?
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World Cup Power Rankings: Who are the front-runners with 30 days to go?
With 30 days until the 2026 World Cup begins, our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. Did your national team make the cut?
Published May 12, 2026, 2:54 PM
Updated June 9, 2026, 8:50 AM1.3K
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