Can You Predict the 2026 World Cup Winner? Try the Khaleej Times Simulator!

The Khaleej Times has launched an interactive simulator for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, letting fans predict the champion from the group stage through the knockout rounds. You can pick your lineup for every fixture, from the group openers to the final showdown. Will Lionel Messi's Argentina defend their title, or will a new powerhouse like Kylian Mbappé's France or Jude Bellingham's England rise? Test your football knowledge and see if your predictions match reality when the tournament kicks off i...