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The semifinals are now set, and different possible final scenarios could now unfoldāones that, of course, come with plenty of intrigue behind them.
For the first time in history, the four World Cup semifinalists are the top four teams in the FIFA Ranking. From here will come the two teams that will battle for World Cup glory.
These semifinals already have massive hype because of what they mean, but if we play the what-if game, the different possible World Cup final matchups are just as hugeāor even bigger.
These are some of the possible finals that could take place next July 19 in New Jersey.
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It could be a rematch of the last World Cup final in Qatar, which for many was the best final in World Cup history, and it could get a second chapter four years later. Can you imagine how eager the French would be?
The Finalissima that never happened would get its moment in history at this World Cup. European champions against the champions of America and the world, a clash that would take the hype to unimaginable levels.
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This possible final would once again pit Spain against England, just as they faced each other in the final of the last European Championship, which Spain won. The Three Lionsā sense of revenge, added to the fact that they have not lifted a World Cup in 60 years, would give this possible blockbuster an extra edge.
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Another revenge storyline for an England side that saw France knock them out in the quarter-finals of the last World Cup. On top of being a clash between two European heavyweights, the historical factor would be absolutely huge.
These are the four possible finals that could take place next July 19. For now, itās all just speculation, but one thing is clear: we are set for an absolutely epic World Cup final. Which two teams will make it to New Jersey?
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in šŖšø here.
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