After looking at a weak Group A with a mess of teams after a favorite, Group B looks pretty clear cut as well. They have two teams at the top with two hoping to provide some moments of magic.
Group B Countries
Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Iran
Spain is a world power that will be a favorite not only to win their group but the whole thing. Their recent run of two Euro Championships with a World Cup sandwiched in-between through 2008-2012 shows their brilliance. With an incredible keeper and such team chemistry they will be tough to beat throughout the whole tournament. As such Portugal will challenge but I see them winning this group by holding off Portugal.
Portugal has possibly the best player in the world and that will give them reason to believe in every game. Ronaldo is in fine form and looks to take it to the World Cup with Portugal. Portugal feels good after winning Euro 2016 as well. While missing the knockout stages four years ago in Brazil based on goal differential they will be hungry to get farther this time. The difference between Portugal and Egypt is that Portugal have the depth behind Ronaldo to make a run if they are at their best. Given their group they should be able to make it to the knockout stages and then hope individual brilliance can take them even further.
Morocco is a side that is looking to bolster it's case for hosting in 2026 and getting to the knockout rounds this year would make a great impression. They were impressive in qualifying but it seems a stretch for them to make much of an impact in the group. They will have to be ready to stay stout and find a couple goals to advance but it will be unlikely.
Iran is another side that should be proud of qualifying while looking to make the most out of the chance they have. Iran has only won once before in the World Cup so getting a win or a couple draws would qualify as a success for this Country.
This seems like a pretty straight forward group that sees Spain and Portugal advance. Seeing how Spain continues to regain form after missing Euro 2016 and the brilliance of Ronaldo provides the entertainment from Group B.
After looking at the teams this is how I see it playing out:
Spain
Portugal
Morocco
Iran
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