France's history glitters. Its spine is aging and depth behind the stars is thinner than fans admit.
England is the most overrated; fame rides on a few stars while true depth and adaptation are still maturing. France may have history, but England's youth and evolving system offer a tougher, longer test.
France may look aged at the spine, but England's hype masks a thin bench and dependence on a few stars. That's why England looks the most overrated heading to 2026, the market loves glamour, not depth.
