Intriguing World Cup Draw Scenarios

In less than a week, the makeup of the eight World Cup groups will be revealed. The live draw, taking place on December 6, will be broadcast worldwide as fans in the 32 competing nations learn of their opponents for next summer’s showpiece. Beyond the hope and despair that will greet the outcome, the arrangement of the teams into groups will likely throw up several fascinating matchups and numerous intriguing subplots. These may come in the form of long-awaited rematches, big-name ties between...