Mexico into the top six: Re-ranking the 48 World Cup teams after day 20 - The Athletic

The United States, England, and Belgium advanced to the knockout round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on day 21, with the U.S. defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina despite a red card, England overcoming DR Congo behind Harry Kane's two goals, and Belgium mounting a dramatic late comeback against Senegal from 2-0 down. France remains atop The Athletic's rankings after a 3-0 win over Sweden, with a 29 percent projected chance of winning the tournament, while Argentina and Brazil also progressed comfortably through their group stages.