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Our writers' World Cup 2026 predictions: Winners? Breakthrough player? Best host nation? Shocks?
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Our writers' World Cup 2026 predictions: Winners? Breakthrough player? Best host nation? Shocks?

The players to watch out for, the games not to miss, how to expect the unexpected. Our writers gives their views on the World Cup.

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