As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup ends and the action begins, the eyes of the world will be on the top contenders vying for glory and the chance to etch their names in history forever.Today we will look at defending champions and the number-one ranked team in the world.ARGENTINAArgentina, the defending World Cup champions and reigning Copa America champions, are hoping to become the first team to defend the World Cup title since Brazil in 1962.

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Argentina are not among the top few favourites at the 2026 World Cup, but La Albiceleste still boast world-class talent.

As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup ends and the action begins, the eyes of the world will be on the top contenders vying for glory and the chance to etch their names in…

Defending champions Argentina will head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the highest-ranked team in the world, according to the ...