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From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first game
Image source, Getty Images By BBC Sport reporters Published 3 hours ago Argentina kicked off their World Cup defence with an emphatic win - but are not the best side at this World Cup so far, according to our BBC Sport experts. We've brought together a small team of journalists who, between them, ha…
This ranking system feels too rigid - every team deserves credit for their opening performance. Argentinas win was impressive but Frances tactical brilliance shouldnt be overlooked. The World Cups beauty lies in its unpredictability, not arbitrary rankings.