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Why the Gaulic Rooster Will Be Crowned for the Second Time – Little Fortune God's World Cup Betting Diary 🔥

When everyone is talking about Spain's tiki-taka revival, Argentina's defending ambitions, and England's young storm, Little Fortune God dares to put his words here—‌Didier Deschamps' Gaulic Rooster will lift the third World Cup trophy in the team's history at MetLife Stadium on July 19.

Reason One: Both Odds and Supercomputers Point to France

Let's start with the most objective indicator—real money doesn't lie.

As of July 7, France leads all favorites with an ultra-low odds of 2.87, creating a clear gap. What does this mean? It means the global betting market is telling you with massive capital:‌ The probability of France winning the title is far higher than any other team.‌ Opta's supercomputer simulations after the Round of 16 also ranked France first, ahead of Argentina and Spain.

When both odds and supercomputers point to the same team, it's hard to find counterarguments. This isn't subjective judgment; it's the answer given by global capital and artificial intelligence.

Reason Two: Perfect Balance of Total Football

Many say France's group stage performances were unattractive, but I ask:‌ Does beauty in knockout stages matter? Winning is what counts.‌

Deschamps' France has never been a team that pursues possession and visual appeal. They are the world's best at "winning games"—note, winning, not playing.

Defensively, they have Saliba and Upamecano as top center-back duo, Tchouaméni sweeping in midfield, and Maignan making saves at the goal. Offensively, Mbappé's one-on-one ability, Griezmann's threading passes, Dembélé's wing breakthroughs, plus substitutes like Muani and Thuram ready on the bench—‌this is a team with no obvious weaknesses.‌

Spain's possession might be beautiful, but against France's counterattacks, their defensive vulnerabilities will be exposed; England's squad may be luxurious, but they always choke at critical moments; Argentina has Messi, but Messi is 39, can his stamina hold up for three consecutive knockout matches?

‌France, however, is just right in every link.‌

Reason Three: King of Knockouts – Deschamps' "Winning Code"

Deschamps is an underrated tactical master because he is too pragmatic.

In the 2018 World Cup, France won the title with defensive counterattacks, and everyone called them "ugly." In the 2022 World Cup, France reached the final and lost to Argentina on penalties, and everyone said they were "unlucky." But look clearly—‌two World Cups, one champion, one runner-up, Deschamps has led France in 15 knockout matches, losing only one penalty shootout.‌

What does this mean? It means Deschamps' tactical system is almost invincible in knockout stages. He doesn't need attractive play; he only needs to win. And in knockout matches, it's all about who wins, not who plays beautifully.

In the group stage, France had two wins and one draw; in the first knockout round, they dispatched their opponents without breaking a sweat.‌Deschamps' in-game adjustments during knockout stages are far beyond what Southgate and Enrique can achieve.‌

Reason Four: Mbappé – The Only Killer of This Era Comparable to Messi

Mbappé has already scored 3 goals in the group stage, making him the top favorite for the Golden Boot. His speed, explosiveness, and composure in the box make him the most lethal finisher in today's football.

More crucially—‌Mbappé is playing the most mature World Cup of his career.‌ In the 2022 World Cup final, he scored a hat-trick but lost the title, and that defeat has filled him with hunger. He's not trying to prove himself; he's seeking revenge.

While Messi struggles at the physical limit of age 39, Mbappé burns at the golden age of 27. On the knockout stage, the gap in stamina will be magnified infinitely.‌France has Mbappé, while Argentina only has an aging Messi.‌

Reason Five: Squad Depth – France's Bench Could Form Another Strong Team

This is France's most terrifying aspect.

Look at their substitutes: Muani—who came off the bench in the 2022 final and scored the equalizer; Thuram—Inter Milan's striking ace; Fofana—Chelsea's midfield core; Konaté—Liverpool's defensive rock; Theo—AC Milan's wing flyer.

‌When other teams' starters are cramping up from exhaustion, Deschamps can calmly bring on world-class players.‌ Such squad depth is a decisive advantage in the dense schedule of knockout matches.

Who is on Spain's bench? Who is on Argentina's bench? England's bench is indeed luxurious, but Southgate doesn't know how to use it. Deschamps, however, is precisely the master of using substitutes to change the game.

Reason Six: The Hidden Threats of Spain and Argentina

Let's make a simple comparison.

Spain's group stage and first knockout match were indeed beautiful to watch, leading in possession and pass accuracy. But their fatal flaw is:‌lacking a true finisher.‌ Morata is inconsistent, Ferran Torres is unstable, and against France's compact defense, Spain's possession might turn into useless passing.

Argentina's threat is even more obvious—‌Messi's stamina.‌ The 39-year-old Messi performed well in the group stage, but knockout matches are a series of high-intensity battles. With matches every three days, can his stamina hold until the final? Even if it does, can Argentina's defense withstand Mbappé's speed without repeating the nightmare of the 2022 final?

‌France does not need to fear any opponent, because they have the weapons to solve any opponent.‌

Final Prediction

France will eliminate Spain in the semifinals, then defeat Argentina or England in the final.

The most likely script is:‌France vs Argentina – a replay of the 2022 World Cup final.‌ And this time, Mbappé will personally complete his revenge.