Olivier Giroud, the former Arsenal and Chelsea striker, has shared his insights on the teams most likely to triumph at the 2026 World Cup. In a recent interview with BBC Sport, the Frenchman singled out two nations he believes are a cut above the rest.
Giroud confidently identified France and Spain as the premier contenders for the global title. “In my opinion, the two strongest sides are France and Spain,” he stated. He then posed a intriguing question: “The big unknown is whether they will clash in the final or earlier in the tournament.”
The French squad is competing in Group I, where they are set to face off against Senegal, Norway, and Iraq. Meanwhile, Spain finds itself in Group H, pitted against Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay. Giroud’s assessment underscores the depth and quality of these European powerhouses.
As the World Cup unfolds, all eyes will be on these two teams to see if they live up to the former striker’s expectations.