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The article analyzes whether early performance in the 2026 World Cup group stage affects a team's chances of winning the tournament. It highlights that most eventual champions have finished top of their groups, with recent winners consistently leading their groups, though winning every game in the first round is rare. The article also notes that advancing with a last-match victory in the group stage correlates with eventual success, while early form or team selection changes have less impact on final outcomes.
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