The Contenders 26

Carlo Ancelotti is working his magic with Brazil, Alphonso Davies will lead Canada on home soil, and Los Angeles is ready to showcase its impressive new stadium.

Vinicius Jr is Brazil’s biggest star, Ecuador are enjoying a golden age, and New Zealand hopes Chris Wood can fire them to a maiden World Cup win.

Argentina have the quality to defend their crown, Mohamed Salah has dominated the EPL and is eager for success with Egypt, and we look at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.