#广场预测世界杯赢40000U World Cup Four Semifinalists Predictions: Can Traditional Giants Get Upset and Fail?

#广场预测世界杯赢40000U World Cup Four Semifinalists Predictions: Can Traditional Giants Get Upset and Fail?

The 2026 World Cup Round of 16 is underway. France, Spain, England, and Argentina—four traditional giants—each have a probability of advancing of around 70% (OPTA big data prediction). Data is static, but the stadium is alive, and all four matchups hide threats of upsets.

## France vs. Morocco
On the surface, this looks like the safest pick, but it actually carries the highest risk. Key defensive midfielder Tchouaméni is likely to miss the match due to an adductor strain, which would significantly reduce the midfield’s interception intensity. Morocco, led by Achraf in defense, has extremely strong counter-attacking firepower. Once France’s midfield barrier is breached, the flanks are very likely to be quickly torn open.

## Spain vs. Belgium
Spain has kept clean sheets across 6 straight matches spanning two World Cups. Goalkeeper Unai Simón has gone 609 minutes without conceding, breaking the historical record, and in this tournament’s 5 matches, they have kept clean sheets in all of them. But Belgium followed up after the Round of 16, smashing the United States 4-1 as their form returned. De Ketelaere carried the attack, while Lukaku’s finishing from the bench stayed sharp. Their flank pressure is exactly aimed at the weakness in Spain’s central defenders—turning a bit too slowly.

## England vs. Norway
A 50-50 matchup. Haaland’s efficiency is astonishing: 7 goals in 4 games. England’s defenders Stones and Guéhi are also his Manchester City teammates—being familiar with one another can actually make it easier for opponents to exploit habitual defensive gaps. If manager Tuchel doesn’t dare to take the initiative to go forward and instead retreats into a defensive setup, he may find his team eliminated more easily.

## Argentina vs. Switzerland
Messi’s total World Cup goals have reached 21, placing him alone at the top of the all-time scoring chart. But Switzerland is definitely not an easy opponent. They advanced by eliminating Colombia on penalties; they are tough in physical duels and sharp on set pieces—exactly the profile that targets Argentina’s vulnerability in aerial defense. This match may very well go into extra time, or even a penalty shootout.

Now it’s all about testing resilience in the moment. Upsets are the World Cup’s greatest charm. Which traditional giant do you think is the most dangerous? Comment with your pick.