The way the FIFA World Cup is shaping up leaves one perplexed — one could have never imagined Germany dropping off in the group stage followed by Argentina and Portugal’s pre-quarter final exits. Russia’s stunning show that left Spain dazed only shows that younger and gifted footballers in little favoured teams are setting the pace (‘Sport’ page, “Russian Roulette sinks Spanish Armada”, July 2). This is turning out to be one of the best World Cups ever.
W. Vamshikrishna,
Bhubaneswar, Odisha