Without Italy, with Germany already out, there are some round of 16 finals that are leveling the forecasts. In a world cup that brought very pleasant surprises to see. A Saudi Arabia defeating Argentina was unpredictable.
The date is not the only atypical thing. A recent Ballon d'Or title is absent and his selection does not miss it. A young Mbape makes goals like no one else and is aiming for historic with only 23. While his Norwegian "rival" is absent. Nor could Mane participate in the advancement of his Senegal. Lewandowski says goodbye by celebrating a penalty with time over. Messi gives glimpses of his genius. While Cristiano celebrated a goal that he did not touch by a hair. Of the veterans it is a pleasure to enjoy the Croatian Luka, but it would not be a surprise if samurais leaves them out. Neymar is recovering, Brazil I don't need him to post as a candidate. Some young people take responsibility by dancing samba. In Spain it happens the same, with clones of Xavi and Iniesta under the age of 20. A balanced Morocco can dampen the Fury. There are many unusual things about this World Cup. Will there be a new champion? The Netherlands maybe? It's to be seen. Maybe even Benzema can return and be titled champion scoring goals.