Spain awaits, Portugal in trouble: surprise turns reshuffle the World Cup round of 32
إسبانيا تترقب والبرتغال في مأزق.. تحولات مفاجئة تعيد خلط أوراق دور الـ32 في المونديال
Summary
Unexpected results have reshaped the World Cup knockout map, with Spain awaiting its path and Portugal in a difficult position heading into the round of 32. The surprises have opened the door to major early clashes, while some qualifying spots and routes remain undecided. The article surveys the shifting bracket.
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