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Argentina kicked off their World Cup defence with a strong victory, yet they are not currently the top-ranked team, according to our BBC Sport experts. A panel of journalists has ranked all 48 participating teams based on their performances in the opening matches of the tournament.

France leads the rankings after defeating Senegal 3-1, showcasing their strength in every position and fulfilling their pre-tournament expectations. England follows closely, having secured a 4-2 win over Croatia, marked by a superb attacking display led by Harry Kane.

Argentina, despite their 3-0 win against Algeria, sits in third place, with their success largely attributed to the influence of Lionel Messi. Germany and the USA round out the top five, with Germany scoring an impressive 7-1 victory over Curacao and the USA defeating Paraguay 4-1 in a dominant performance.

Other notable performances include Norway’s 4-1 win over Iraq and Colombia’s 3-1 victory against Uzbekistan. Teams like Brazil and Morocco, who played to a 1-1 draw, have raised questions about their forms, while Spain’s surprising 0-0 draw with Cape Verde has been labeled as the shock of the tournament thus far.

The rankings reflect a combination of results and performances, prompting discussions among fans and analysts alike. According to BBC News, the tournament continues to unfold, with many matches still to come that could shift these standings significantly.