The 2022 FIFA World Cup begins on Sunday with host nation Qatar taking on Ecuador in Group A.
Sunday's standalone match will have our attention to start the tournament, but the main discussions surrounding the tournament could quickly move to the other groups.
The United States men's national team officially ends its eight-year World Cup drought on Monday against Wales.
Argentina and France both open play on Tuesday and then Spain and Germany play matches in Group G on Wednesday.
Spain and Germany are expected to be locked in a fierce battle for first place in their group, and that could be the most intriguing first-place fight.