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Several teams face high expectations at the upcoming World Cup but may struggle to meet them. Brazil, despite their five titles, hasn't reached the semifinals since 2002 and faces pressure to perform with a less deep squad. Portugal, ranked No. 5, relies heavily on aging star Cristiano Ronaldo, while the Netherlands and Belgium also confront challenges related to attacking potency and aging key players. Croatia's veteran team may lack the emerging talent needed for deep runs, and Mexico, with a balanced but unremarkable roster, hopes to avoid past early exits despite hosting matches.
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