France remains top in World Cup 2026 power rankings as co-hosts rise
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
As the 2026 World Cup progresses, France holds the top spot in the power rankings after an emphatic performance against Sweden, with six judges unanimously ranking them No. 1. Spain moved up with a strong showing against Austria, while Argentina maintained a solid position despite slight concerns over their match against Cape Verde. Mexico and Morocco saw significant jumps in the rankings, showcasing their strengths in the tournament. The next round of matches will further test these teams, with Argentina facing Egypt and Mexico taking on England.
- •France is ranked No. 1 after wins against Sweden.
- •Spain rises after an impressive victory over Austria.
- •Argentina has won all matches but showed vulnerabilities against Cape Verde.
- •Mexico moves up, thriving as co-hosts.
- •Morocco secures a significant spot due to resilience against the Netherlands.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026 power rankings: undisputed No 1, co-hosts surge and giants fall
- 9:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — World Cup 2026 power rankings: undisputed No 1, co-hosts surge and giants fall
"We assess the standing of the nations who played in the tournament’s last 32 before the next round of games begins Les Bleus look unstoppable – all six of our judges ranked them No 1. Sweden did their best to cope with the French front four but were blown away by the slickest operation in town. Even when an opponent is feeling comfortable, Michael Olise or Kylian Mbappé can produce genius without notice, ripping apart the best-organised defences. “I did say that I wanted to enjoy this World Cup to the fullest,” Mbappé told reporters after the Sweden game. It is hard to imagine the fun stopping any time soon. Continue reading...
"We assess the standing of the nations who played in the tournament’s last 32 before the next round of games begins
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 9:00 AMWorld Cup 2026 power rankings: undisputed No 1, co-hosts surge and giants fall
We assess the standing of the nations who played in the tournament’s last 32 before the next round of games begins
- The Guardian SportJul 4, 2026, 9:00 AMWorld Cup 2026 power rankings: undisputed No 1, co-hosts surge and giants fall
We assess the standing of the nations who played in the tournament’s last 32 before the next round of games begins Les Bleus look unstoppable – all six of our judges ranked them No 1. Sweden did their best to cope with the French front four but were blown away by the slickest operation in town. Even when an opponent is feeling comfortable, Michael Olise or Kylian Mbappé can produce genius without notice, ripping apart the best-organised defences. “I did say that I wanted to enjoy this World Cup to the fullest,” Mbappé told reporters after the Sweden game. It is hard to imagine the fun stopping any time soon. Continue reading...
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