France the team to beat? Chris Sutton's predictions for last-32 matches
BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the last-32 ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against DR Congo.
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"They will be back to full strength here and we know how this game will pan out - Paraguay will defend deep and it will be up to Germany to break them down."
— Chris Sutton , Athlete
Key People
Carlo Ancelotti is an Italian football manager and former player, currently the head coach of Brazil's national team.
Chris Sutton is a former English professional footballer and current sports commentator.
Jesse Marsch is the head coach of the Canadian national football team.
Julien Nagelsmann is a professional football manager known for his innovative coaching strategies.
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BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the last-32 ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against DR Congo.
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