With the days ticking away until the start of the tournament in Russia, various countries are starting to believe that they may be in with a shout of taking home the biggest prize in football.
However, as in highlander as in football, there can be only one and the bookmakers have narrowed it down to five probable winners.
Germany
'Die Mannschaft' go into the tournament as reigning champions following their triumph in Brazil. The Germans did things the hard way as well, defeating the 'Selecao' 7-1 in the semis, before seeing off Lionel Messi and Argentina in the final. Jogi Low's side always turn up on the big stage, having reached the semi-finals of every major tournament since2006 and with the likes of Julian Brandt, Leon Goretzka and Timo Werner leading a new-look Germany side there is every reason to believe they could defend their title. Germany are 5/2 to win the tournament at the time of writing.
Brazil
The 'Seleçao' have a lot to prove after their 7-1 humbling at the hands of Germany on home turf at the previous tournament. Neymar's injury is a blow, but he is expected to return in time to feature and with Philippe Coutinho, Paulinho, Willian, Gabriel Jesus and Roberto Firmino all vying for places in attack Tite's side certainly isn't short of talent. In some places Brazil are considered 9/2 join-favourites alongside Germany, though most bookies have them priced at 5s.
France
Following a strong Euro 2016 campaign which saw them finish runners-up, France are considered many people's tip for the World Cup. With a squad boasting the likes of Antoine Griezmann, Paul Pogba, N'Golo Kante and Kylian Mbappe to name just a few there is a terrifying amount of pace and power in the ranks of 'Les Bleus'. 11/2 is the lowest Didier Deschamps' men are priced at.
Spain
Endured a deeply frustrating 2014 campaign as they crashed out early but are quietly rebuilding under Julen Lopetegui. The likes of Marco Asensio have injected a new youthfulness into the squad, which combined with the quality of experienced campaigners such as David Silva, Sergio Ramos and Gerard Pique is undoubtedly a recipe for success. 'La Roja' are priced as low as 6/1 to win the tournament.
Argentina
Despite a patchy qualifying campaign that saw them sneak over the line in the end, the 'Albiceleste' are rightly among the favourites for this one. Jorge Sampaoli's side boast a strikeforce of terrifying quality, led by a certain Lionel Messi. The South Americans reached the final last time out before being edged out by Germany and they are as low as 15/2 to go one better this time.