New Delhi, Nov. 19 (IANS): The 2022 World Cup in Qatar will get underway on Sunday with football players from across the planet hoping for a shot at global glory in the Middle East. In total, 32 countries will compete for the coveted trophy that symbolises supremacy in the sport called “The Beautiful Game” by legendary stars like Pele and numerous fans around the globe. As the clock ticks down for the kick-off, everybody is thinking about which teams are favourites to go all the way and which will be the dark horse and cause a few surprises in the mega-event. Defending champions France, after emerging victorious in 2018, will be again among the favourites, but many nations have their sights set on lifting the trophy on December 18. Here’s a look at the top contenders for the title: BRAZIL: The South American powerhouse is the eternal favourite at the football World Cup. The five-time winners currently boast strength in depth — with the likes of Neymar, Vinicius
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