After four years and qualifying attempts from over 200 nations, we’re finally at the World Cup final, with France and Croatia the final teams with a shot at lifting the trophy. The French, with teenage sensation Kylian Mbappe and the astounding defensive midfield play of N’Golo Kante, are kinda-sorta supposed to be here. They were among the pre-tournament favorites. Luka Modric, Mario Mandzukic, and Croatia? Not so much! But they’ve battled their way to Moscow anyway thanks to a tremendous midfield and supreme durability.
What to watch for: Literally everything!