Two matches into the World Cup, the tournament's actual pecking order is coming into focus. ESPN News asked its writers and experts to reassess the field now that all forty-eight teams have played twice. The early surprises, the unexpected stumbles, and yes, the favorites still hanging on — they're all working their way into the updated power rankings.

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