I also don't think there is a problem with that statement. There was only one of our players who misinterpreted it. I don't believe Infantino based his opinion on happenings on the football field, but rather on the expectations before the tournament. Lucius has a good point, but I think FIFA is happy with the outcome - they are all about money, and this actually raised the popularity of the World cup.
Being objective, I must also say that Croatian success is a surprise, but it is not the "what the...." type of surprise for anyone with a deeper understanding of football fundamentals. Belgium and Croatia were the true dark horses of the tournament - so many good players in their best years.....
France is the strongest team at the moment, no doubt about that. And they are also very young.
What I don't understand is why Brazil, Germany, and Spain had better odds then France, but OK..... Probably because France wasn't (and arguably still isn't) playing all that good. All those mentioned are great teams nevertheless.
I am sorry that Uruguay lost Cavani before such an important game. They were unrecognizable without him.