To find the World Cup's Cinderellas, we have to start with the group stage

The World Cup is a very big soccer game. Many teams play in it. This year, the World Cup has 48 national teams. This is more teams than before. Many new teams play for the first time.

It is important to watch the first games, called the group stage. Some teams are not famous, but they can play very well. These teams are called underdogs. They can surprise everyone!

Only eight countries have won the World Cup before. The games are very exciting. One goal can change everything. So, watch the first games and cheer for different teams. It is fun to see new teams play. For some teams, just playing in the World Cup is a big happy moment. The games start on June 11.