World Cup 2026: ‘I’m afraid of them’ – Ian Wright names country to win trophy

Arsenal legend, Ian Wright, has named Argentina as the country to win the World Cup this year.

Wright spoke on ITV Sport after Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup Round of 16 encounter on Tuesday.

When asked by Manchester United legend Gary Neville if he thinks Argentina can win the World Cup, Wright simply said, “I do.

“The reason I said I do believe Argentina can win the World Cup is because I am afraid of them.

“They have not been beaten in this tournament,” he said.

Goals from Lionel Messi, Cristian Romero, and Enzo Fernandez ensured Argentina defeated Egypt, as goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico were not enough for the Pharaohs.

World Cup 2026: ‘I’m afraid of them’ – Ian Wright names country to win trophy