13 players to avoid in Fantasy FIFA World Cup 2026

Some tempting traps need swerving, for a variety of reasons

Some tempting traps need swerving, for a variety of reasons

The co-hosts have never won a World Cup match but are confident of Group B progression

Part of an even-looking Group D, it’s their first qualification since 2010

Recognisable names will look to shock France again and get through a tricky group

Mohamed Salah and co could be good picks from Round 2 onwards