Sports Why are World Cup underdogs doing so well?
Are the surprise results achieved by lower-ranked teams in the World Cup a matter of luck - or clever planning and execution?
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· June 26, 2026 · 1 min read
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Are the surprise results achieved by lower-ranked teams in the World Cup a matter of luck – or clever planning and execution?
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