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1. Brazil

Brazil is the best team on the planet at this point. It’s frightening how good the team was during the CONMEBOL qualification process (which is no joke). Over 17 matches Brazil won 14 games and drew three (no losses). Even more stunning, manager Tite’s team allowed five goals over a 17-match span (scoring 40 during the same time period).

We know all about Neymar’s ability on the ball. However, this iteration of Seleção has a plethora of young and exciting players in the attack (Raphinha, Vini Junior, Richarlison, Bruno, Gabi Jesus). Duly, they’re buoyed by steel in the midfield (Casemiro, Fabinho) and veteran leadership at the back (Dani Alves, Thiago Silva, Alisson).

2. France

The reigning World Cup champions are still a mega threat to repeat in Qatar. The roster/spine of the team remain relatively the same. Still, there will be some questions as to the overall age of the team. By November, both Paul Pogba and N’Golo Kante will be in their 30’s. Antoine Griezmann will be 32, Olivier Giroud will be 36, and Karim Benzema will be approaching his 35th birthday.

It could benefit Les Bleus to integrate some younger options into the side in order to compensate for the packed schedule/hotter climate. Leipzig attacking player Christopher Nkunku could be one of those guys — especially since he’s been lighting up the Bundesliga. With all of that said, the team still has arguably the world’s best player in Kylian Mbappe. France should be fine as it presumably heads towards the Quarterfinals with relative ease.

3. Argentina

Is this it for Lionel Messi? By all accounts, this could be the last chance for the icon to help his nation win that elusive World Cup which previously slipped through his fingers. Based upon the team’s run up until this point, it could be Argentina’s most talented team we’ve seen in years.

No longer are they exclusively reliant upon Messi’s ability to create magic out of nothing. On the contrary — this roster is flush with attacking talent. The midfield is as deep as it’s been in years, and the defensive unit is rock-solid. Argentina should have no trouble getting out of this group versus a decent Poland side and rival Mexico.

4. Germany

Hansi Flick has reinvigorated this team with a plethora of new ideas and a host of inexperienced talent. Riding a nine-game unbeaten streak, we’re seeing fixtures from the past (Thomas Muller, Manuel Neuer) woven in with the emerging talents of Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, and Robin Koch.

Of course, you’ve still got Joshua Kimmich, Leroy Sane, Serge Gnabry, Antonio Rudiger, and others firmly embedded within the squad. Though Group E is no picnic, Germany should be able to advance. When collectively looking at its roster, Germany may be the most complete team in Europe at this present time.

5. Spain

There might not be another national team possessing a future as bright as Spain’s. Two of their primary fixtures in the midfield (Pedri, Gavi) are both under the age of 20. Pedri in particular is undoubtedly set to become the next world class player representing La Roja. His understanding of the game is phenomenal — as is his ability on the ball.

This Spanish side will assume the role as the heavy-possession team. It’ll wear you out chasing the ball before one delicately weighted pass cuts you open — thus relinquishing a scoring chance. A key for Spain is aiming to figure out who will be the lead scoring option up front. Ferran Torres might be up to the challenge.

6. England

This is a FASCINATING group on a number of levels. Just from a storylines standpoint, England will be going up against a country (United States) which has heavily been influenced by its soccer culture (not to mention the whole Revolutionary War thing). When analyzing Geopolitics and past history, Iran also has a heavy bone to pick with England. The same can be said for Scotland (if it advances through the playoff). Heck, even Wales would relish the opportunity to play England.

On the pitch, England should be the Group B winners. It has the deepest collection of talent, and also has the momentum of making the EURO 2020 final. With that said, none of these opponents will be fearing England. The Three Lions have a habit of pooping the bed in major tournaments. Also, it’ll be interesting to see whether Gareth Southgate opts for a highly conservative tactical approach…or if he’ll allow his young talent to actually play free-flowing football.

7. Belgium

This Belgian ‘Golden Generation’ likely will end at the conclusion of this tournament. Of the expected Starting XI, almost every single member will be at least age 30 by the time November rolls around. This is not ideal when playing three matches in seven days. High-end talent is littered throughout the squad. However, we could envision a scenario in which Belgium collapses under the pressure. They are the favorites to advance from a somewhat tricky group.

Despite that, don’t be shocked if they crash out in the group stage. The trio of Eden Hazard, Romelu Lukaku, and Kevin de Bruyne will be asked yet again to carry this side. If there’s a young name to watch for, keep an eye on speedy winger Jeremy Doku.

8. Uruguay

No one wants to face Uruguay in a World Cup setting. The pedigree from this tiny nation of less than four million people is utterly astounding. Ever since letting go of longtime manager Oscar Tabarez, the team flew up the CONMEBOL table en route to qualifying outright for the tournament.

You’re going to be up against an organized side with guile, intelligence, energy, and ruthlessness in the final third. We’ve still got veterans Diego Godin, Luis Suarez, Fernando Muslera, and Edinson Cavani as fixtures within the group. However, Real Madrid man Fede Valverde is a fantastic midfielder. Striker Darwin Nunez also is likely the next great star for La Celeste. Lastly, defensive midfielder Lucas Torreira is among the best at his position in Serie A. Don’t be surprised if Uruguay tops this group.

9. Netherlands

In the last calendar year, Netherlands has lost only once in its last 17 matches. Louis van Gaal has this team playing with a considerable amount of confidence at the moment. The duo of Memphis and upstart striker Donyell Malen is highly intriguing. The trio of Atalanta players (Hans Hateboer, Marten de Roon, Teun Koopmeiners) offers nice depth next to captain Gini Wijnaldum.

The group really is for Holland’s taking. Qatar is the worst of the Pot 1 teams, and the Netherlands should be favored versus Ecuador and Senegal (though both are tough opponents). It’s quite possible Holland could be squaring off versus the United States in the round of 16.

10. Portugal

Thanks to a monumental collapse from European Champions Italy, Portugal finds itself backing into the World Cup in what likely will be Cristiano Ronaldo’s last appearance in the competition. This is not a team without talent — though it’s not exactly lived up to its potential.

Bruno Fernandes is the straw that stirs the drink of the offensive attack. Diogo Jota, Andre Silva, and Joao Felix are all highly dangerous in the final third. The defense is a bit long in the tooth. If there’s one area to exploit Portugal, it could come in the backline.

11. Denmark

You should not sleep on Denmark. There’s talent littered throughout the team — and it’s a very manageable group for the Danes to get through. Christian Eriksen made an emotional return to international/club football following his horrifying cardiac arrest episode last year (on the pitch). Now plying his trade for Brentford, he’s starting to round into form.

The midfield is deep with talent — led by the likes of Eriksen, Thomas Delaney, Emile Pierre-Hojbjerg, and rising star Mikkel Damsgaard. Up top, it’s not an easy proposition to deal with the likes of Kasper Dolberg, Yusuf Poulsen, and Jonas Wind (among others). Assuming Denmark can get through to the knockout stages, it will not be a team anyone will want to see.