Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni says there are no clear favourites for the World Cup as his team prepares to face Egypt. In comments ahead of the Group-stage match, Scaloni frames the tournament as a “great leveller,” suggesting that teams from different levels are competing more evenly than in past competitions. He points to the difficulty traditional powerhouses face in asserting consistent dominance, indicating that form and match-by-match performance matter more than reputation. The remarks present Scaloni’s assessment of the broader tournament landscape rather than focusing on Argentina’s opponent in detail. Both reports reflect the same core message: that predicting outcomes based on pedigree is difficult, and that the World Cup has produced tighter contests. With Argentina set to play Egypt next, Scaloni’s comments underscore a cautious, results-focused approach as the group games progress.