A recent assessment identifies ten national teams considered least likely to win the upcoming World Cup. Cabo Verde, New Zealand, Tunisia, Haiti, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Curaçao, Ghana, and Qatar are among those ranked with the lowest chances of lifting the trophy. The analysis doesn’t detail the methodology used for the ranking, but suggests these teams face significant challenges in the tournament. This doesn’t preclude them from potential upsets or competitive performances within matches. The assessment provides a snapshot of pre-tournament expectations based on various factors, including historical performance and current team strength. Despite the low rankings, each team qualified for the World Cup and will compete for a place in the knockout stages. Football is often unpredictable, and surprises are common in major tournaments.