Russia in all likelihood is already in the round of 16. I see no viable way for either Egypt or Saudi Arabia to get to six points and even if they do, Russia has an overwhelming goal differential of seven at this point.
Agreed.
That said, only four countries are in contention for the final: Brazil, Argentina, Spain and Germany.
At the top of the sport, its truly an elite club and the World Cup has been won since 1930 by either South American or European teams.
It won’t be different in 2018.