World Cup First-Round Overreactions: Early Takeaways from All 48 Teams

Every team in the 2023 World Cup has now played its opening fixture. With only one group stage match each, the sample size is minuscule—but that won't stop us from drawing bold conclusions. From surprise results to standout individual performances, we dive into the early narrative for each group. Which heavyweights look shaky? Which underdogs are ready to roar? And who is already facing a must-win scenario in the next round? We break down the key talking points from the first set of games, knowi...