Early World Cup winners and losers: Messi a hero and Ronaldo a zero

In the inaugural 48-team World Cup, all participating teams have now completed their first match. The early results identify the winners and losers of the tournament's opening stage. Specifically, the reporting highlights a stark contrast between the two biggest stars, designating Messi as a hero while describing Ronaldo as a zero. This initial phase provides a first look at which teams and players are succeeding or struggling in the expanded competition format.