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world cup standings
/wɜːrld kʌp ˈstændɪŋz/
Definition
1
A collective tally or table displaying the current performance of teams within a specific group stage of the FIFA World Cup, typically ranked by points, goal difference, and other tie-breaking criteria.
2
The ongoing record of wins, losses, and draws for nations competing in the prestigious quadrennial global soccer tournament.
Examples
I spend more time refreshing the world cup standings than I do responding to my actual work emails.
Checking the world cup standings is an emotional rollercoaster that usually ends with me questioning why my country ever decided to play soccer in the first place.
If the world cup standings could be determined by pure fan passion rather than goals, my local tavern would be hosting constant championship parades.