World Cup 2022 vs 2023: Which Group Stage Kicked Off Stronger?

The opening 11 fixtures of any World Cup set the tone for the entire tournament. Looking back at Qatar 2022, the group stage began with a shocker as Ecuador defeated the host nation, followed by England’s 6-2 demolition of Iran. However, the current edition has arguably started with even more drama: early upsets, last-gasp winners, and a flurry of goals. Fans have been treated to high-intensity matchups like Argentina’s nervy win over Saudi Arabia and Germany’s comeback against Japan. While 2022...