Most Israeli Fans Favored France to Win Before Their World Cup Exit
France was the most popular choice among Israeli participants in the 'Five Guys' poll to win the 2026 World Cup, with 21.2% selecting them as favorites. However, France was eliminated on Tuesday after a painful semifinal loss to Spain, marking a significant disappointment for many fans. Spain was the second most favored team, chosen by 17.8% of participants, followed by Portugal at 11%, Brazil at 6.9%, Argentina at 6.8%, and England at 6%. Portugal was the biggest favorite eliminated earlier in the tournament, having received 11% of the votes. Other teams included Germany with 2.9% and the Netherlands with 1.6%. The poll results highlight the expectations of Israeli fans ahead of the tournament's conclusion.
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