The Athletic examines the latest trends emerging at the 2026 World Cup
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The Athletic examines the latest trends emerging at the 2026 World Cup
The Athletic's data team analyse the nuances of the first round of fixtures at the 2026 World Cup
Five of the first 24 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have seen a team score four or more goals, led by Germany's 7-1 rout,…
Several trends are solidifying as the World Cup hits its stride — The Athletic's data team sift through the evidence
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