1: France
Have looked unbeatable so far this tournament. Fearsome in attack and Kylian Mbappe looking on top form. The team to beat.
2: Spain
Quietly effective so far. After a shock 0-0 draw with Cape Verde in their opener, Spain have been quietly going through the gears. More to come as well.
3: Argentina
Lionel Messi. What else needs to be said? With the ‘little magician’ as the leader, Argentina have looked very impressive despite a huge scare against Cape Verde before coming through 3-2 in the last 32.
4: Brazil
Not many were talking about Brazil pre-tournament but Carlo Ancelotti is getting a tune out of them. With Vinicius Jr firing, you wouldn’t rule them out.
5: Morocco
Semi-finalists four years ago and look capable of going deep again. Will be a tough opponent for anyone.
6: Colombia
One of the most exciting teams in the World Cup so far. Full of pace and dynamism with Luis Diaz as a sprinkle of stardust.
7: Mexico
Explosive in attack and rock solid at the back. A favourable draw so far but will no doubt be a huge test for England.
8: England
An impressive second half in their opener against Croatia, winning 4-2, but have struggled to hit such heights since. Job done but will need to improve.
9: Norway
Perhaps a bit unfair to be so low. Erling Haaland looks full of goals – as ever – with a capable supporting cast. Solid more than spectacular.
10: United States
Football fever is growing in the States with the co hosts looking an organised side. A lack of that X-factor could hurt them.
11: Portugal
Not kicked into gear yet this tournament but are still there. Players still capable of magic.
12: Switzerland
A first World Cup knockout win since 1938 is something to celebrate for Switzerland. Their tournament has been smooth so far but Colombia will be a huge test.
13: Egypt
Need Mohamed Salah to come to the party if they are to progress much further.
14: Belgium
Out played by Senegal for long periods in the last 32, they somehow found a way, coming from two down to win 3-2. Will need to improve massively to go any further.
15: Canada
Have perhaps already exceeded expectations. It only gets tougher from here, though.
16: Paraguay
Produced one of the shocks of the tournament so far by beating Germany, but further progress may be tough.
