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Ecuador are one of the South American sides not held in a high regard compared to likes of Argentina and Brazil but they will be quietly confident that they cause an upset with a young spine to their squad all set for big futures.
Iran only a few months ago where in disarray with old manager Carlos Queiroz having to be drafted in to take charge of his third World Cup for the nation however, they will believe they can get the better of Wales and USA to get to the knockouts.
Holland will be one of the favourites whilst also simultaneously dark horses for the World Cup due to failing to qualify for the 2018 tournament but also currently having a very good unbeaten record.
Qatar, who are the Asian Champions, will be going into their first World Cup as an unknown quantity with many expecting them to go out in the Group Stage but the hosts will be hoping to prove many wrong.
The World Cup starts next month, and these are how things could stand for when Chelsea return to action in December.