The group stage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia begins this Thursday, commencing a run of 48 matches in 14 days. To help with that, I’ve compiled a list of the five must-watch matches from the World Cup group stage. Spain has a new look and a new attitude after busting out of the last World Cup in the group stage. Simply qualifying for the World Cup did a lot to silence anyone who called that run a fluke. Every generation is golden for Germany these days, and the reigning World Cup champions look primed to defend their title.

Source: Forbes June 08, 2018 18:11 UTC