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Socceroos' potential World Cup draw: Group of Death, Life, and most likely
- ESPN details how Australia could be drawn into several group configurations based on Pots and confederation rules ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw.
- The piece highlights a possible Group of Death with Argentina, Australia, Norway and Italy if UEFA playoff outcomes align.
- Another scenario imagines a Group of Life with Mexico, Australia, South Africa and New Zealand.
- The analysis also notes a possible repeat group featuring France, Australia and Denmark alongside a European playoff winner.
- The report mentions a high-stakes Group involving England, Australia, South Africa and New Zealand from a Rugby World Cup-like narrative.
- Lowers-risk group options are discussed, including a possible Group with the United States, Scotland, DR Congo and Australia.
- The most likely scenario, per simulations, pits Brazil against Australia with South Africa or Denmark as the other group member depending on playoff outcomes.
- The article explains that group compositions depend on placeholder playoffs and the rule that two European teams cannot be drawn into the same group.
- ESPN also notes that Canada, Mexico, and other teams’ form could influence Australia’s draw outcomes.
- The analysis discusses how Australia’s placement in Pot 2 affects group strength and opportunities.
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