From one to 16 - ranking of the remaining teams at the World Cup

There were 32 teams participating, now only 16 teams remain. But which team has performed best in this tournament and which can be considered lucky to still be here? BBC Sport reporters have ranked the teams that have reached the round of 16, based on their performance at the World Cup. You can comment below and try to rank the teams in your own way.

BBC Sport ratings
1: France
France has shown unbeatable strength in this tournament. They attack strongly and Kylian Mbappe is at his best. This is the team that needs to be beaten.

2: Spain
Spain played quite effectively. After a shocking 0-0 draw with Cape Verde in the opening match, they have gradually improved their performance. There are many more interesting things waiting for you.

3: Argentina
Lionel Messi. What more needs to be said? With the "little witch" as the leader, Argentina performed very impressively despite facing a big challenge against Cape Verde before overcoming with a score of 3-2 in the round of 32.

4: Brazil
Few people talked about Brazil before the tournament, but Carlo Ancelotti has awakened their power. With Vinicius Jr. shining, you can't leave them out of the race.

5: Morocco
The team reached the semi-finals four years ago and now they have the ability to go even further. Would be an unpleasant opponent for any team.

6: Colombia
One of the most exciting teams at the World Cup so far. They were full of speed and power with Luis Diaz as a shining star.

7: Mexico
Explosive in attack and solid in defense. A favorable group so far but will certainly be a big test for England.

8: You
An impressive second half in their opening match against Croatia, won 4-2, but they struggled to maintain such high form. Mission accomplished but needs further improvement.

9: Norway
Perhaps it's a bit unfair to stand so low. Erling Haaland is ready to score - as usual - with a capable supporting squad. They are more stable than outstanding.

10: United States
Soccer fever is on the rise in the US with the co-hosts showing off an organized squad. Lack of the element of surprise can be detrimental to them.

11: Portugal
Haven't shown their best form in this tournament but they are still there. Their players are still capable of creating miracles.

12: Switzerland
The first victory in the World Cup knockout round since 1938 is something worth celebrating for Switzerland. Their journey has been quite smooth so far but Colombia will be a big test.

13: Egypt
Need Mohamed Salah to shine if they want to go further.

14: Belgium
Being overwhelmed by Senegal for a long time in the round of 32, they still found a way to win 3-2. A lot of improvement will be needed to go further.

15: Canada
Probably exceeded expectations. But from here things will get more difficult.

16: Paraguay
Having created one of the shocks of the tournament by defeating Germany, going further could be a big challenge.

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