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2026 World Cup: SuperComputer predicts two teams to win trophy with semi-finals confirmed
The Opta SuperComputer has predicted that the winner of the 2026 World Cup will come from the France vs Spain semi-final. Les Bleus qualified for the last four of the tournament with an impressive 2-0 win over Morocco. On the other hand, Spain needed a late winner by Mikel Merino to see off Switzerland 2-1. [] 2026 World Cup: SuperComputer predicts two teams to win trophy with semi-finals confirmed
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