Qatar World Cup 2022 who is the title favourite? The following eight teams are considered favourites for the World Cup, including world No. 1 Brazil and defending France. They are all strong teams, each with their own advantages, but at the same time they have their own hidden worries, I don't know which team can be crowned king? Or do you think this World Cup could be upset?
Brazil (No. 1 in the world)
Advantages: Undefeated in the South American World Qualifiers; The attacking core Neymar is brave, and there are many talents in the striker, such as Jesus, Richarlison, Anthony, Vinicius Junior, etc.; The team in the same group is not strong, and it is believed that there is a great chance of entering the knockout round, and it is regarded as the favorite for the championship.
Hidden worries: Aging central midfield, defensive commander Thiago Silva is 38 years old, and 39-year-old right-back Daniel Alves is still selected.
France (ranked 4th in the world)
Advantage: Unbeaten in the European Zone World Qualifiers, first place to qualify, and goalscorer Kylian Mbappe is more mature, strong to carry the banner, regarded as the second favorite to win the title.
Hidden worries: N'Golo Kante is injured, Pogba is recovering from injury, the performance of the previous title winner Griezmann is declining, and the defending team usually ends dismal on the record.
Argentina (ranked 3rd in the world)
Advantage: Unbeaten as Brazil advanced in the South American World Qualifiers, number one star Lionel Messi is still in the squad and he has a wealth of experience to lead.
Fears: Messi is strong, but he is 35 years old, and it is unknown whether he is physically fit enough to cope with such a dense schedule.
Spain (ranked 7th in the world)
Advantages: Spain attaches great importance to the overall style of play, the handover of old and new is good, the previous generation of stars fades, the new generation brings vitality, and new stars such as Pedri can support the midfield.
Hidden worries: There is a lack of reliable goalscorers in the forward line, Morata, Ferran Torres and others are doubtful, and the goalkeeper is not top-notch.
Germany (ranked 11th in the world)
Advantage: Although they were eliminated from the "Defending Curse" group stage last time, Germany has always been a major expert and has reached at least the last 4 in the last 4 of the last 5 world editions after 00 years.
Worry: Germany has a very low international win rate this year, often drawing, and only finished third in the UEFA Nations League group.
England (ranked 5th in the world)
Advantages: The new generation such as Zude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, Phil Foden and other new generations are getting better and better, and there are many options in the midfield.
Hidden worries: Kyle Walker and Reece James are injured and troubled, and Maguire is in a slump; England have been in poor shape lately, with a poor record in the UEFA Nations League to the point of relegation.
Portugal (ranked 9th in the world)
Strengths: Manchester City's Bernardo Silva and Joao Cancelo showed courage and supported the team.
Hidden worries: The performance of the World Preliminary Round is average, relying on the thrill of the play-offs; Ronaldo's fitness declines, and if he plays 90 minutes a game, it can be counterproductive; The opponents in the same group are not weak, and there is a chance that the boat will capsize in the gutter.
Netherlands (ranked 8th in the world)
Advantages: Recently, he has been in good form and has reached the last 4 with an unbeaten run in the UEFA Nations League; Coach Louis van Gaal is experienced and good at coping with big games; And Striker Cody. Gakpo's performance was fantastic.
Hidden worry: Defensive core Van Dijk has been declining at the club in the past six months, and the goalkeeper has failed to give confidence.