Dark Horses and True Outsiders
By: Kody Malstrom | Published: 2026-06-17 13:49:00 | Source: www.wsn.com
Japan: The Most Complete Dark Horse
Japan enters 2026 ranked 18th globally and is no longer viewed as a plucky underdog. They’ve beaten Brazil and England in recent friendlies, and they scored 51 goals in qualifying, more than any other team in the tournament. More than France. More than Brazil. More than Argentina.
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