ESPN ranks top 15 World Cup contenders with 30 days to go
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ESPN ranks top 15 World Cup contenders with 30 days to go

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With 30 days until the 2026 World Cup begins, ESPN has released a power ranking of the top 15 contenders for the tournament. The list was compiled by the outlet's reporters, based on their assessment of each national team's chances this summer.

The ranking arrives as the countdown to the opening match intensifies, offering a snapshot of which sides are considered front-runners. No further details about specific teams or their positions were provided in the source summary.

The accompanying question—'Did your national team make the cut?'—invites fans to check whether their country appears among the selected 15.

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