The time until the next World Cup has officially begun to be counted down. In just a few short months, all 32 national teams will be making their way to Qatar to battle for the most important cup of them all.
The drawings that determined the eight groups of four teams each were held in Doha a few months ago, and as is typically the case, there were some unexpected results. It is hard to predict who will make it through to the second round of the tournament because some of the groups are considered “death” groups, while others are considered to be simpler.
We will analyze all the groups of the 2022 World Cup one by one and try to guess who will pass each round.
Group A
- Qatar
- Ecuador
- Senegal
- Netherlands
The match schedule
1st day
- Senegal-Netherland, November 21st, at 11 a.m.
- Qatar-Ecuador, November 21st, at 5 p.m.
2nd day
- Qatar-Senegal, November 25th, at 2 p.m.
- Netherland-Ecuador, November 25th, at 5 p.m.
3rd day
- Ecuador-Senegal, November 29th, at 4 p.m.
- Netherland-Qatar, November 29th, at 4 p.m.
Round of 16 (from 3 to 6 December)
- 1st group A vs. 2nd group B, December 3rd, at 4 p.m.
- 1st group B vs. 2nd group A, December 4th, at 8 p.m.
The difficulty level of the group and favorite national teams
Many people on the inside of the sporting world believe that Group A is the least exciting part of the entire World Cup. On the other hand, due to the fact that Qatar was placed in the first bracket, it was difficult to see a high-level national team. On the other hand, the Netherlands is considering ways to make the entire group more intriguing.
In point of fact, the Oranje are the prohibitive favorites to advance to the next round. They have the players, strategies, and playing styles necessary to at least finish in the top two in the competition. Be wary of Senegal, though, since this country has one of the most powerful generations in its whole history, and they want to take advantage of a group that, all things considered, looks to be reasonable.
Qatar is further behind, and we’re still looking forward to a proud performance from them. On the other hand, Ecuador doesn’t have the resources to compete with the Netherlands and Senegal.
Group B
- England
- Iran
- United States
- Wales
The match schedule
1st day
- England-Iran, November 21st, at 2 p.m.
- United States-Wales, November 21st, at 8 p.m.
2nd day
- Wales-Iran, November 25th, at 11 a.m.
- England-United States, November 25th, at 8 p.m.
3rd day
- Wales-England, November 29th, at 8 p.m.
- Iran-United States, November 29th, at 8 p.m.
Round of 16 (from 3 to 6 December)
- 1st group A vs. 2nd group B, December 3rd, at 4 p.m.
- 1st group B vs. 2nd group A, December 4th, at 8 p.m.
The difficulty level of the group and favorite national teams
It goes without saying that England is the heavy favorite, since they will require the least amount of work to prevail over their three competitors. There is some speculation that the United States might end up being the weak link of the group, and the game that decides who advances to the next round will be between Bale’s Wales. While Iran frankly appears to be doomed to finish in fourth place regardless of what happens.
Group C
- Argentina
- Saudi Arabia
- Mexico
- Poland
The match schedule
1st day
- Argentina-Saudi Arabia, November 22nd, at 11 a.m.
- Mexico-Poland, November 22nd, at 5 p.m.
2nd day
- Poland-Saudi Arabia, November 26th, at 2 p.m.
- Argentina-Mexico, November 26th, at 8 p.m.
3rd day
- Saudi Arabia-Mexico, November 30th, at 8 p.m.
- Poland-Argentina, November 30th, at 8 p.m.
Round of 16 (from 3 to 6 December)
- 1st group C vs. 2nd group D, December 3rd, at 8 p.m.
- 1st group D vs. 2nd group C, December 4th, at 4 p.m.
The difficulty level of the group and favorite national teams
It is quite evident that Argentina is the overwhelming favorite to win Group C. In addition to Lionel Messi, Argentina can depend on a selection of far better quality than the other teams in the group. The remaining spot to enter the second round appears to be a discussion between Poland and Mexico given that the Albiceleste will, barring great shocks, win the primacy. Poland and Mexico face off against one another. It looks like Saudi Arabia doesn’t have what it takes to compete with two teams that are clearly better.
Group D
- France
- Denmark
- Tunisia
- Australia
The match schedule
1st day
- Denmark-Tunisia, November 22nd, at 2 p.m.
- France-Australia, November 22nd, at 8 p.m.
2nd day
- Tunisia-Australia, November 26th, at 11 a.m.
- France-Denmark, November 26th, at 5 p.m.
3rd day
- Australia-Denmark, November 30th, at 4 p.m.
- Tunisia-France, November 30th, at 4 p.m.
Round of 16 (from 3 to 6 December)
- 1st group C vs. 2nd group D, December 3rd, at 8 p.m.
- 1st group D vs. 2nd group C, December 4th, at 4 p.m.
The difficulty level of the group and favorite national teams
It is clearly, abundantly evident that there is a significant quality gap between each of the teams. In point of fact, we have the top seed, which is France. France is undeniably superior to the other three, and it should have no trouble finishing on top.
Behind them is unquestionably Denmark, which may not have what it takes to overcome the team that is now holding the title of world champions but which has a good chance of advancing to the second round.
Both Australia and Tunisia look to have the same level of technical capability and will compete against one another to avoid finishing in last place.
Group E
- Spain
- Germany
- Japan
- Costa Rica
The match schedule
1st day
- Germany-Japan, November 23rd, at 2 p.m.
- Spain-Costa Rica, November 23rd, at 5 p.m.
2nd day
- Japan-Costa Rica, November 27th, at 11 a.m.
- Spain-Germany, November 27th, at 8 p.m.
3rd day
- Costa Rica-Germany, December 1st, at 8 p.m.
- Japan-Spain, December 1st, at 8 p.m.
Round of 16 (from 3 to 6 December)
- 1st group E vs. 2nd group F, December 5th, at 4 p.m.
- 1st group F vs. 2nd group E, December 6th, at 4 p.m.
The difficulty level of the group and favorite national teams
Group E is, in fact, one of the most unbalanced. On the one hand, there are two battleships, such as Spain and Germany; on the other, there is a well-organized but still tiny national team, such as Japan, and another that is clearly inferior.
Despite obtaining a visa to Qatar, Costa Rica appears to be doomed. Indeed, the Germans and Spaniards will cross the turn to compete for supremacy. Japan must just respect the competition by attempting to finish in third position.
Group F
- Belgium
- Canada
- Morocco
- Croatia
The match schedule
1st day
- Morocco-Croatia, November 23rd, at 11 a.m.
- Belgium-Canada, November 23rd, at 8 p.m.
2nd day
- Belgium-Morocco, November 27th, at 2 p.m.
- Croatia-Canada, November 27th, at 5 p.m.
3rd day
- Canada-Morocco, December 1st, at 4 p.m.
- Croatia-Belgium, December 1st, at 4 p.m.
Round of 16 (from 3 to 6 December)
- 1st group E vs. 2nd group F, December 5th, at 4 p.m.
- 1st group F vs. 2nd group E, December 6th, at 4 p.m.
The difficulty level of the group and favorite national teams
Group F has the potential to be the most exciting group at the World Cup. In contrast, Belgium is no longer the super team it was a few years ago, and its golden generation is presently preparing to go on its final journey. On the other hand, there will be a national team such as Canada that is rapidly developing and filled with fantastic young players who may be immature for such a renowned competition.
Even Morocco, a recognized African football power, is not to be disregarded since it possesses the world’s strongest winger and a fast, effective style of play. In recent years, Croatia has been accustomed to overcoming obstacles and has gone through a generational change, so it may succeed. It is possible that the combination of World Cup veterans making their farewell appearance and budding talents may prove fruitful.
Group G
- Brazil
- Switzerland
- Serbia
- Cameroon
The match schedule
1st day
- Switzerland-Cameroon, November 24th, at 11 a.m.
- Brazil-Serbia, November 24th, at 8 p.m.
2nd day
- Cameroon-Serbia, November 28th, at 11 a.m.
- Brazil-Switzerland, November 28th, at 5 p.m.
3rd day
- Serbia-Switzerland, December 2nd, at 8 p.m.
- Cameroon-Brazil, December 2nd, at 8 p.m.
Round of 16 (from 3 to 6 December)
- 1st group G vs. 2nd group H, December 5th, at 8 p.m.
- 1st group H vs. 2nd group G, December 6th, at 8 p.m.
The difficulty level of the group and favorite national teams
Group G really has the potential to be the most exciting group in Qatar 2022. On the other hand, Brazil always entertains us when it comes to the World Cup, and, given the opponents, they’ve got all the credentials to enter the next round.
For the second place, the dispute is open; there is no one who is really the best. Everyone is capable of doing it. Switzerland and Serbia have a big plus on the competition when it comes to paper rankings, but Cameroon is a nation that can astonish and aspires to elevate Africa’s reputation.
Group H
- Portugal
- Uruguay
- South Korea
- Ghana
The match schedule
1st day
- Uruguay-South Korea, November 24th, at 2 p.m.
- Portugal-Ghana, November 24th, at 5 p.m.
2nd day
- South Korea-Ghana, November 28th, at 2 p.m.
- Portugal-Uruguay, November 28th, at 8 p.m.
3rd day
- Ghana-Uruguay, December 2nd, at 4 p.m.
- South Korea-Portugal, December 2nd, at 4 p.m.
Round of 16 (from 3 to 6 December)
- 1st group G vs. 2nd group H, December 5th, at 8 p.m.
- 1st group H vs. 2nd group G, December 6th, at 8 p.m.
The difficulty level of the group and favorite national teams
There appears to be a leader established for Qatar 2022 Group H. Because of their blazon, experience, and technical background, Portugal possesses all of the credentials necessary to finish in first place and advance to the next round. Instead, an open speech for the second place.
Uruguay has some talented players who are eager to make their mark on such a prestigious stage and are benefiting from the generational turnover that occurs in the sport. However, South Korea is one of the most traditional teams in Asia, whereas Ghana is a team that never gives up. In the great scale of things, the gap that separates them both and the Celeste is not insuperable.
