The path to a tournament is often arduous and messy, but for a 48-team World Cup, expect even more chaos. Plus: The 'too many foreigners' debate re-emerges and English club fans assess owners.
The 2022 World Cup's final teams are almost set ahead of Friday's draw. But of the 32, France, Germany and Brazil will be the nations to beat in Qatar.
World Cup qualifying in CONCACAF is as tight as ever, and with Mexico and Costa Rica breathing down its neck, the second-place U.S. needs a win vs. Panama to keep ahead of the chasing pack.