Zambia may lose on purpose because they would rather face Korea instead of Germany or Argentina which they are likely to face if they finish at top.
If Zambia lose, Iran finish 4th if Iran lose to Portugal irrespective of GD.
Even if Zambia don't lose, if Iran lose to Portugal there is practically no chance to advance since Argentina have +1GD as a 3rd place finisher and I do not foresee any other 3rd place finisher <= 3 points and a worse GD.
If Japan screw up against Italy badly and Vietnam don't win maybe...
I think Argentina were the best in group A talent-wise. They may go all the way if they can squeak by as a wild card.
If Zambia lose, Iran finish 4th if Iran lose to Portugal irrespective of GD.
Even if Zambia don't lose, if Iran lose to Portugal there is practically no chance to advance since Argentina have +1GD as a 3rd place finisher and I do not foresee any other 3rd place finisher <= 3 points and a worse GD.
If Japan screw up against Italy badly and Vietnam don't win maybe...
I think Argentina were the best in group A talent-wise. They may go all the way if they can squeak by as a wild card.
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